Senior Substation Estimator – West Coast

141 Primoris Power Solutions, LLC; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Pet Coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Edison Power Constructors in Fairfield, CA is seeking a Senior Estimating Specialist to develop detailed cost estimates for complex substation projects. You will lead estimation efforts using B2W, analyze scope, drawings, and RFPs, and collaborate with scheduling and field teams to define milestones and durations.

The role requires 5+ years in substation estimating on the West Coast, proficiency with B2W, Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint, and strong written and verbal communication to manage

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in Substations and west coast clients.
• Experience with EPC is a plus.
• B2W Estimating software experience, (minimum 4-year required).
• Proficiency in B2W, Excel, Microsoft Project, and Power Point.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods for substations (Electrical and civil).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to establish, develop, and maintain subcontractor and client relationships.
• Edison Power Constructors is a drug-free environment, and all candidates are subject to drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed cost estimates using B2W software.
• Utilizing Item Price + WBS “Hybrid” estimating.
• Analyze and understand project scope, drawings, specifications, and RFP documentation to determine labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Engage subcontractors early in the pursuit process, issue RFPs, and evaluate proposals using Best Value templates.
• Collaborate with scheduling leads and operations to define milestone dates, critical path, construction durations, and float, contributing to a functional schedule.
• Maintain rigorous document control practices across pursuit folders, including estimate files, subcontractor quotes, and review documentation.
• Conduct and actively participate in constructability reviews to evaluate project feasibility and execution strategies.
• Engage in quality assurance reviews to validate the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of estimates.
• Perform comprehensive risk analysis by identifying known and potential project risks, and maintain a detailed risk registry to document consequences, probabilities, mitigation strategies, and budget impacts, including targeted contingency planning.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Estimating experience

Substations knowledge

Communication skills

Team leadership

Tools

B2W Estimating

Excel

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Edison Power Constructors in Fairfield, CA is seeking a Senior Estimating Specialist to develop detailed cost estimates for complex substation projects. You will lead estimation efforts using B2W, analyze scope, drawings, and RFPs, and collaborate with scheduling and field teams to define milestones and durations.

The role requires 5+ years in substation estimating on the West Coast, proficiency with B2W, Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint, and strong written and verbal communication to manage