Senior Project Estimator

Hydrogen Group; Juno Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group seeks a Senior Project Estimator to join the project estimating team supporting energy and infrastructure projects. The role involves developing cost estimates from concept through definitive estimating and partnering with engineering, procurement, construction, and project management teams to evaluate scope, costs and risks.

The portfolio includes utility-scale solar, wind, energy storage, transmission, substations, hydrogen, pipelines and other major infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• 5+ years of project estimating experience, ideally with conceptual engineering and project design.
• Experience supporting utility-scale energy, renewable energy, or major infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of conceptual, preliminary and definitive project cost estimates.
• Develop pricing models and cost databases to improve estimating accuracy.
• Identify contingencies and perform value engineering to reduce costs while meeting requirements.
• Present estimates and risks to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Estimating

Conceptual engineering

Cost management

Data analysis

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

PlanSwift

WinEst

CostX

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Juno Beach, FL preferred - remote considered for the right candidate following approximately one month of onsite training

Contract: 12 months

Schedule: Standard, full-time

Pay: $75-$90 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Estimator to join a project estimating team supporting a broad portfolio of energy and infrastructure projects.

This position will play a key role in developing accurate and comprehensive project cost estimates from early conceptual development through definitive estimating. You will partner closely with engineering, procurement, construction and project management teams to evaluate project scope, quantify costs, identify risk and support informed investment and execution decisions.

The project portfolio spans a wide range of technologies and infrastructure, including utility-scale solar, wind, energy storage, transmission and distribution, substations, power generation, hydrogen, pipelines and other major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of conceptual, preliminary and definitive project cost estimates for new and existing projects.
• Perform conceptual engineering and develop preliminary construction plans to support scope definition and estimating.
• Review engineering specifications, drawings and technical documentation to develop accurate project estimates.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement and construction teams to gather project inputs and validate assumptions.
• Develop pricing models, estimating methodologies and cost databases to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform value engineering assessments to identify potential cost savings while maintaining project requirements and quality.
• Conduct project risk assessments and establish appropriate estimating contingencies.
• Evaluate contractor, subcontractor and supplier pricing to support competitive project costs.
• Present estimates, assumptions, risks and value engineering opportunities to project stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Track project costs and variances throughout the project lifecycle and update estimates as scope, design and market conditions evolve.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and construction approaches and assess their potential impact on project costs.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior estimators.
• Ensure estimating activities comply with applicable company standards, processes and industry best practices.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of project estimating experience, ideally involving conceptual engineering and project design.
• Experience supporting utility-scale energy, renewable energy, power generation, transmission or other major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment and project execution.
• Experience with value engineering, cost management and project risk assessment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and other technical project documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, procurement, construction and project management teams.

Preferred Experience

• 7+ years of project estimating experience.
• Master's or postgraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or a related discipline.
• Two or more years of field engineering or construction management experience.
• Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certification.
• Experience with estimating platforms such as PlanSwift, WinEst, CostX or similar tools.
• Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Previous estimating experience across renewable generation, battery storage, transmission, substations or conventional power generation.

Working Arrangements

Juno Beach, Florida is the preferred work location. Remote candidates may be considered based on experience and alignment with the position; however, approximately one month of initial onsite training in Juno Beach will be required.

Some travel to project sites may also be required for meetings, inspections and collaboration with project teams.

Desired Skills and Experience