Substation Construction Estimator

Hampton Tedder Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hampton Tedder Electric Co. in the United States is seeking an Electrical Substation Construction Estimator to support competitive bids and cost proposals for 12kV–500kV projects.

The role collaborates with project managers, engineering, procurement and field operations to ensure accurate pricing. The ideal candidate has knowledge of high-voltage construction methods, and experience with takeoffs and subcontractor pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 2 years electrical engineering experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation construction methods.
• Experience with material, labor, and equipment takeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans, specs and RFP packages for scope and bid requirements.
• Prepare material, labor, and equipment takeoffs for 12kV–500kV substations.
• Develop detailed cost estimates using pricing, quotes and production rates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Identify risk items, schedule impacts and value-engineering opportunities.
• Participate in bid reviews and provide pricing input.
• Assist with client clarifications and pre-bid RFIs.
• Maintain estimating databases and pricing libraries.

Skills

Bid/Proposal experience

Team collaboration

Typing 40+ WPM

MS Office proficiency

High voltage knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Pricing libraries

Job description

Join a talented team of High Voltage professionals. Hampton Tedder Electric Co. was established in 1958 and is a family owned and operated company that has a proven track record of safe, compliant and reliable service.

We are seeking an Electrical Substation Construction Estimator to support the preparation of competitive bids and detailed cost proposals for utility, municipal, and private-sector substation projects. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of electrical substation construction means and methods, utility standards, and contract documents (drawings, specifications, and addenda). This role works closely with project managers, engineering, procurement, and field operations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review engineering plans, specifications, and RFP packages for scope, constructability, and bid requirements.
• Prepare material, labor, and equipment takeoffs for 12kV – 500kV substation construction.
• Develop detailed cost estimates using historical pricing, vendor quotes, and production rates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Identify risk items, schedule impacts, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Participate in bid reviews and provide technical input to final pricing strategy.
• Assist with client clarifications, pre-bid RFIs, and proposal documentation.
• Maintain estimating database and standard pricing libraries.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Candidate must be able to meet the following requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of industry construction methods for high-voltage systems.
• Knowledge of material pricing and substation equipment (breakers, transformers, structures, buswork, grounding, conduit, etc.)
• Strong judgment and discretion with confidential information.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Capable of lifting, bending, light stocking, and prolonged sitting/standing.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, project managers, and procurement professionals
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Typing speed 40+ WPM.
• Applicant must pass proficiency tests for typing, math and Excel before being considered for interview.
• Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening during new hire process.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• Electrical engineering: 2 years (Preferred)