Electrical Estimator – Substation

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Job details: Estimator opportunity focused on substations, BESS, and renewable power

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Salary: $140,000 - $220,000 per year

A bit about us: We are a growing electrical and energy-focused organization supporting utility-scale infrastructure projects across transmission, substations, renewable energy, and battery energy storage systems. Our team works on complex HV/MV electrical construction initiatives, partnering closely with engineering, preconstruction, and field operations to deliver accurate and competitive project bids.

We are expanding our estimating team and looking for someone with experience in substation, transmission, or utility-scale electrical work who can contribute to project planning and help drive smart bidding decisions.

Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact power and infrastructure projects in a collaborative environment where estimators play a key role in project success.

What you can expect: Employer-paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Vacation

Exposure to utility-scale and renewable energy projects

Collaboration with preconstruction, engineering, and field leadership

Opportunity to influence project profitability and strategy

Job Details Title: Estimator – Substation / HV / Utility Projects

Responsibilities Review and analyze project blueprints and technical documentation

Perform material and labor take-offs for substation, transmission, BESS, GIS, and renewable energy projects

Prepare proposal documentation and cost estimates

Evaluate labor requirements, material needs, and equipment costs

Support management with bid strategy and project profitability analysis

Maintain and update cost databases based on market conditions

Work closely with preconstruction, purchasing, engineering, and field teams

Provide cost analysis to determine self-perform vs subcontract decisions

Qualifications Experience estimating HV, MV, Substation, Transmission, or Utility-scale electrical projects

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and blueprints

Experience with estimating software such as EBM or Accubid

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Effective communication and collaboration skills

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Science — or equivalent trade experience with estimating background

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