Senior HV Estimator for Utility-Scale Renewables

Blattner; Avon (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employer-paid HDHP insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA options

Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Gym on site

Work/Life balance

Job summary

Blattner in Avon, Minnesota, seeks a Senior High Voltage Estimator to lead cost estimation and procurement for utility-scale renewables, including substations, transmission lines, collector systems and storage facilities. You will coordinate with Engineering, Business Development, Supply Chain and Construction to deliver accurate, competitive bids.

You will drive bid strategy, review drawings, solicit vendor pricing, assess risks, mentor staff, and support client presentations and negotiations

Qualifications

• Four-year construction or engineering degree with five to seven years of experience as an Estimator.
• Emphasis on HV/MV Electrical and BESS construction practices and techniques.
• Proven experience estimating utility-scale high-voltage projects (substations, transmission, interconnection).

Responsibilities

• Identify and calculate cost of project safety requirements (training, PPE) in bids.
• Select and utilize subcontractors meeting DHB risk criteria.
• Plan the estimate for pre-bid and create preliminary project schedule.
• Lead bid reviews and present to clients, supporting negotiations.
• Mentor subordinates through training and diverse project exposure.
• Conduct site visits and compare actual costs to estimates.
• Review drawings/specifications to define scope and contents of the estimate.

Skills

HV/MV Electrical Estimation

Bid coordination

Vendor pricing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction or Engineering

5-7 years estimating experience

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Blattner in Avon, Minnesota, seeks a Senior High Voltage Estimator to lead cost estimation and procurement for utility-scale renewables, including substations, transmission lines, collector systems and storage facilities. You will coordinate with Engineering, Business Development, Supply Chain and Construction to deliver accurate, competitive bids.

You will drive bid strategy, review drawings, solicit vendor pricing, assess risks, mentor staff, and support client presentations and negotiations