Senior Transmission Estimator – Substation Projects

Aecon U.S.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Utilities seeks an experienced Transmission Estimator to accurately price labour, equipment, materials, and subcontracts for transmission projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, review drawings, and collaborate with Operations, PMO and Owners to ensure competitive tenders.

You will drive cost control, maintain estimating data systems, and support field teams with technical guidance while upholding Aecon’s Safety Always culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Civil / Construction / Electrical / Business
• Minimum 7–10 years experience estimating/operational experience in Transmission Hydro Infrastructure
• Understanding of affiliated electrical systems is an asset
• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings and contract documents
• Strong knowledge of job cost fundamentals and accounting/reporting
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proactive in inclusive practices and collaboration

Responsibilities

• Shared accountability for the overall financial performance of projects.
• Analyzes documents, specifications, proposals and addendums for pricing.
• Performs estimate-related communications with clients (oral/written).
• Review project site prior to price preparation.
• Collaborates with Operations, PMO and Owners staff.
• Obtains input from Operations staff.
• Performs quantity take-offs from construction drawings.
• Obtains pricing from suppliers/subcontractors and incorporates into the estimate.
• Formulates all costs for tender submissions (labour, equipment, material, rentals, subcontracts).
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of tender submissions.
• Oversees distribution of documentation post-award.
• Manages scope change pricing as required.
• Maintains estimating files and data systems.
• Provides technical support to field staff.
• Drives estimating process and risk management compliance.
• Conducts bid handover meetings.
• Assists with Prequalification, RFQ’s and RFI submissions.
• Travels as required; valid driver's license.
• Promotes inclusion and diversity.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Project

Estimating software

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Reading drawings

Education

Civil / Construction / Electrical / Business

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Aecon Utilities seeks an experienced Transmission Estimator to accurately price labour, equipment, materials, and subcontracts for transmission projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, review drawings, and collaborate with Operations, PMO and Owners to ensure competitive tenders.

You will drive cost control, maintain estimating data systems, and support field teams with technical guidance while upholding Aecon’s Safety Always culture.