Senior or Principal Estimator

Portland General Electric; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy provider as a Senior or Principal Estimator, where you'll leverage your construction and financial expertise to develop budgets for critical infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success while enjoying a flexible hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Performance Bonuses

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience for Senior Estimator, 8+ years for Principal Estimator.
• Certifications like AACE, CCP, CEP, or PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate budgets for capital construction projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and procurement teams.
• Prepare estimates, analyze data, and track budgets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Cost Engineering Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Estimating Tools and Software

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior or Principal Estimator role at Portland General Electric.

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Since 1888, we've energized lives, strengthened communities, and driven advancements in energy that promote social, economic, and environmental progress. We seek passionate individuals to lead and innovate in clean energy solutions that are affordable and accessible to all.

As a Senior/Principal Estimator at PGE, you will develop accurate budgets for capital construction projects, collaborating with engineers, project managers, and procurement teams to assess costs related to infrastructure development, equipment, and system upgrades. Your expertise will support informed decision-making, resource allocation, and project success within budget.

The primary projects involve substations, transmission/distribution infrastructure, and possibly generation plants. This role combines construction knowledge with financial expertise, including data analytics, cost engineering, and reading technical drawings.

Key qualifications include:

• Experience in construction, engineering, or cost estimating, preferably within the electric utility or energy sector.
• Knowledge of cost engineering principles (certifications like AACE preferred).
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with estimating tools and software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and communicate effectively.

We are hiring for both Senior and Principal Estimator levels; the final level depends on your experience and skills.

Responsibilities vary slightly between levels but include project collaboration, estimate preparation, data analysis, budget development, bid support, and financial tracking. The Principal Estimator additionally focuses on process improvements and program development.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree in a related field, with 5+ years of experience for Senior Estimator and 8+ years for Principal Estimator, along with relevant certifications like CCP, CEP, or PMP as a plus.

The role offers a salary range of $72,900 to $173,875, with potential for performance bonuses and a flexible hybrid work environment. PGE values performance and offers comprehensive rewards and professional development opportunities.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Utilities