Senior Electrical Estimator – Substation Projects (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Seattle (WA); 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 ranging from $5M to $10B, including utility and transportation projects. Responsibilities include developing estimates, reviewing proposals, and interfacing with clients.

The ideal candidate should have 10 to 15 years of electrical experience and proficiency in estimating software. This hybrid role is based out of the Western region of the U.S.

Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, unlimited paid time off, and potential discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of electrical field experience in utility, substation, distribution or transmission construction.
• Proven successful cost estimating experience in substation and high-voltage projects.
• Ability to provide constructability and cost estimates for projects lacking detailed design.

Responsibilities

• Develop capital cost estimates for utility and transportation projects.
• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
• Validate change orders and maintain project records.

Skills

Electrical field experience

Cost estimating

Understanding of substation configurations

Proficiency with estimating software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

HCSS HeavyBid

Sage or InEight estimating software

BlueBeam

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Electrical Cost Estimator to produce cost estimates ranging from $5M to $10B, including utility and transportation projects. Responsibilities include developing estimates, reviewing proposals, and interfacing with clients.

The ideal candidate should have 10 to 15 years of electrical experience and proficiency in estimating software. This hybrid role is based out of the Western region of the U.S.

Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, unlimited paid time off, and potential discretionary bonuses.