Estimating Execution & Bid Preparation
Review all contract documents to understand requirements, risks, and pricing impacts; Perform material take-off; Obtain vendor and subcontractor quotes and evaluate for completeness and best price; Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders; and Prepare and/or provide input for customer deliverables (schedule, proposal letter, etc.).
Bid Administration & Documentation Management
Work with Estimating Project Administrator to upload project documents for vendors/subcontractors and to submit RFIs for estimating questions by deadline; Distribute qualification documents as required for the bid; Prepare award documents for review to be submitted by deadline; and Assure complete and thorough pre-construction planning and distribution of all documents per project delivery process.
Contract & Scope Review
Review purchase orders, subcontracts, and contracts for accuracy; Identify areas of importance (milestones, liquidated damages, etc.) and relay to project management (PM) team; Identify possible change orders; and Facilitate a scope review with PM team to align estimate assumptions with project execution.
Project Handoff & Collaboration
Assist construction personnel at project startup to communicate basis and approach of cost estimate; Attend pre-construction/project meetings; and Relay project insights to PM team.

An acceptable combination of education and/or work experience within the Electric Utility industry (Electric Utility preferred) with Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar preferred.
Five years or more related experience in Electric construction industry performing cost estimates and estimating knowledge of electrical industry.
An acceptable combination of education and work experience, validating estimating skill level.
Proficient in MS Office applications and Accubid Estimating Software.
Knowledge of Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera a plus.
Local to Pennsylvania (preferable) but with occasional travel to other offices, customer facilities, jobsites and yard locations for offsite meetings (flexibility to work from home when appropriate).
A "can-do" attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with various teams.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Includes competitive salary, vehicle allowance program, 401(k) with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
Performance-based bonuses/incentives and a progressive PTO programs that grows with your tenure!
Flexibility & Autonomy: We empower our team to succeed without micromanagement.
Stability & Variety: Work for multi-generational family-oriented business on diverse, fast-paced projects without the stress of a large corporate structure.
Culture of Growth: Many of our leaders started in entry-level field roles and advanced within the company.
Collaboration: A team environment where we work together to solve challenges and celebrate wins.

Estimator, Electrical Substations

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