Senior Power Estimator — Energy Projects Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks a Cost Estimator to support power generation projects, preferably in Houston, TX, with Mt. Laurel, NJ also considered. You will prepare and review construction cost estimates across design and construction phases, including CIP, change orders, and negotiations.

You will work with design engineers and contractors to establish detailed estimates for electrical, mechanical, and civil scopes. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of full-time estimating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, business or related coursework.
• Minimum 5+ years of full-time estimating experience in architecture, electrical, mechanical or plumbing.
• Strong client focus and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and conduct.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety policies.
• Experience with cost estimation concepts across design and construction phases.

Responsibilities

• Confer with designers, consultants and contractors to establish detailed cost estimates.
• Prepare and facilitate detailed estimates for all design/construction phases.
• Supervise quantity surveys and cost evaluations from design documents to changes.
• Review contractor estimates and assess value relative to scope of work.
• Communicate with contractors to explain cost viewpoints and negotiate costs.
• Assist in cost negotiations and plan cost estimating work assignments.
• Coordinate with engineers for multi-discipline estimates.

Skills

Strong client focus

Ethical decision-making

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, business, environmental services

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Sage Timberline

InEight (Hard Dollar)

ConEst

Procore

CostOS

ProEst

STACK

ServiceTitan

Job description

WSP USA seeks a Cost Estimator to support power generation projects, preferably in Houston, TX, with Mt. Laurel, NJ also considered. You will prepare and review construction cost estimates across design and construction phases, including CIP, change orders, and negotiations.

You will work with design engineers and contractors to establish detailed estimates for electrical, mechanical, and civil scopes. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of full-time estimating