Senior Utility Estimator: Transmission & Civil Infra

Insight Global; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Utility Estimator to lead cost estimating for transmission, utility infrastructure, and heavy civil projects in Charlotte, NC. This role requires developing accurate, competitive estimates, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with subcontractors and vendors from opportunity identification through final proposal submission.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of utility/infra estimating experience, strong Excel pricing models, and experience

Qualifications

• 10+ years estimating experience in utility, transmission, heavy civil, or infrastructure construction.
• Experience estimating electrical transmission projects.
• Experience supporting utility clients such as FPL, Duke Energy, NextEra Energy, Dominion Energy, Southern Company, TVA, or similar utilities.
• Strong understanding of transmission systems, relocations, foundations, and related civil work.
• Advanced Excel skills with complex cost models and pricing analysis.
• Experience using Bluebeam and Procore.
• Proven ability to identify and pursue new project opportunities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents for transmission, utility, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop comprehensive project cost estimates.
• Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid estimates for transmission line, utility relocation, and infrastructure projects.
• Solicit, evaluate, and incorporate subcontractor and vendor pricing into project estimates.
• Analyze labor, equipment, material, and production costs to ensure estimate accuracy and competitiveness.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, and pricing opportunities during the bid process.
• Prepare bid packages, proposals, scope summaries, and estimate reviews for management and clients.
• Collaborate with project managers, operations leaders, engineers, and business development teams throughout the preconstruction process.
• Research and pursue new bidding opportunities within utility, transmission, and civil infrastructure markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, utility owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Support estimate handoff activities and provide cost insights during project execution.
• Maintain current knowledge of market conditions, labor rates, material pricing, and industry trends.

Skills

Estimating experience

Electrical transmission

Data-driven estimates

Excel advanced

Bid coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

HCSS HeavyBid

InEight

B2W

AGTEK

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Utility Estimator to lead cost estimating for transmission, utility infrastructure, and heavy civil projects in Charlotte, NC. This role requires developing accurate, competitive estimates, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with subcontractors and vendors from opportunity identification through final proposal submission.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of utility/infra estimating experience, strong Excel pricing models, and experience