Senior Hydroelectric & Power Infrastructure Estimator

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Bakersfield (CA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the development of large, multi‑discipline cost estimates and schedules for major infrastructure projects worldwide.

You will coordinate estimators, guide civil, structural, electrical, and construction inputs, and lead studies for hydroelectric generation, substations, and grid modernization initiatives. A deep understanding of utility infrastructure and strong client-facing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Operations Management, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of combined experience in an estimating and construction role.
• Experience estimating hydroelectric, utility, renewable energy, transmission, distribution, or power infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the timely and complete development of multi‑discipline cost estimates and construction schedules.
• Develop detailed estimates for generators, transformers, substations, switchgear, medium‑ and high‑voltage systems.
• Coordinate input parameters for cost estimates and construction schedules.
• Validate material takeoffs and construction quantities from drawings.
• Coordinate and compile information from all estimating disciplines into one cost estimate.
• Prepare basis of cost estimate report deliverables for the end user.

Skills

Cost estimating

Electrical estimation

Hydroelectric projects

Leadership

Estimating leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

InEight Estimate

Sage Timberline

On-Screen Take-Off

MCASES MII

HCSS

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the development of large, multi‑discipline cost estimates and schedules for major infrastructure projects worldwide.

You will coordinate estimators, guide civil, structural, electrical, and construction inputs, and lead studies for hydroelectric generation, substations, and grid modernization initiatives. A deep understanding of utility infrastructure and strong client-facing skills are essential.