Senior Electrical Cost Estimator - Western U.S.

Jacobs; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Electrical Cost Estimator to produce cost estimates on projects ranging from $5M to $10B. Key responsibilities include developing capital estimates for utility and transportation projects while interfacing with clients and maintaining detailed project records.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma, significant electrical field experience, and proficiency with estimating software. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary range of $145,000 to $190,000, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and stock purchase options.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of electrical field experience in utility, substation, distribution or transmission construction.
• Understanding of substation configurations, SCADA and protection equipment.
• Ability to provide cost estimates for projects lacking detailed design.

Responsibilities

• Develop capital cost estimates for utility and transportation projects.
• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
• Interface with external clients to present estimates.

Skills

Electrical field experience

Cost estimating experience

Knowledge of substation configurations

Proficiency with estimating software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Sage or InEight estimating software

MS Office

BlueBeam

Job description

Senior Electrical Cost Estimator – An experienced estimator required to produce cost estimates on projects ranging in size from $5M to $10B, including utility, substation, distribution, transmission, highway and other transportation projects. The role involves reviewing design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attending design development meetings and creating estimates with scope validations and risk assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop capital cost estimates for utility, transmission, distribution, substation and transportation projects.
• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
• Review and validate change orders.
• Interface with external clients to present capital cost estimates.
• Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
• Attend project meetings as required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10 to 15 years of electrical field experience in utility, substation, distribution or transmission construction.
• Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in substation and high‑voltage projects.
• Understanding of substation configurations, SCADA and protection equipment.
• Ability to provide constructability and cost estimates for projects lacking detailed design, using experience and industry standards.
• Knowledge of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule.
• Proficiency with MS Office, HCSS HeavyBid, Sage or InEight estimating software and BlueBeam.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
• Certifications such as CEP, CCP, PMP or CCM.

Location

We’re considering candidates located in the Western region of the United States; the selected employee will be assigned to the nearest Jacobs office as a hybrid employee.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, company stock purchase option, deferred compensation or executive deferral plan. Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off, seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, merit increases, discretionary bonuses and stock may be available for eligible employees.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $190,000. Pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.