Senior Estimator - Gas Power Projects (Remote)

Blattner; Minnesota; On-site; USD 111,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

HDHP insurance premium covered

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA options

Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Work/Life balance

Gym on site

Job summary

Blattner is expanding our energy construction leadership into gas power generation in Avon, Minnesota. The Lead Estimator will guide the estimating team through procurement and bidding, ensure accuracy and compliance, and mentor staff while driving process improvements.

You’ll help close new work by supporting negotiations, client presentations, and differentiating Blattner in competitive bids. This role directly impacts the launch of high-profile projects and the growth of our hybrid energy

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction or engineering degree with experience as an Estimator.
• 8+ years of progressive estimating and preconstruction experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Experience on mission-critical projects such as data centers, gas-fired plants, or large industrial facilities.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with company estimating software and bid reviews.

Responsibilities

• Identify and calculate costs of project safety requirements (training, PPE) into the bid.
• Identify and determine JHA risks and include costs in estimates.
• Pursue, select and utilize subcontractors meeting DHB risk criteria.
• Plan the estimate for the pre-bid meeting and create a preliminary project schedule.
• Support troubleshooting and problem solving of complex project issues.
• Lead and mentor estimating team across phases of procurement and bidding.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Leadership

Reading engineering drawings

Cost control

Education

Construction degree

Engineering degree

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Blattner is expanding our energy construction leadership into gas power generation in Avon, Minnesota. The Lead Estimator will guide the estimating team through procurement and bidding, ensure accuracy and compliance, and mentor staff while driving process improvements.

You’ll help close new work by supporting negotiations, client presentations, and differentiating Blattner in competitive bids. This role directly impacts the launch of high-profile projects and the growth of our hybrid energy