Lead Estimator
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Lead Estimator preparing electrical, structural, and civil estimates for Rising Edge Group’s high-voltage infrastructure projects. Leading regional estimators and supporting proposals across utilities, renewables, and industrial sectors.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee, lead, and support regional project estimators with technical support, reviews, and mentorship
- Assess technical project requirements and personnel needs during the estimating process
- Lead preparation of pre-construction deliverables, including written proposals, schedules, cash flow analyses, and exhibit reviews
- Monitor estimator workloads and assign projects to the team
- Analyze project plans, specifications, and documentation to prepare cost estimates
- Implement streamlined estimating procedures and processes with the Estimating Manager
- Communicate key estimating insights to leadership
- Assess project risks, constraints, and cost-saving opportunities
- Use estimating software and tools to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Benchmark historical data with the Estimating Manager
- Prepare complete cost estimates for electrical transmission, generation, distribution, substation, and Battery Energy Storage projects
- Collaborate with project managers and engineers to align estimates with execution plans
- Participate in bid negotiations and support contract award processes
- Maintain knowledge of market conditions, industry standards, and emerging technologies in the electrical high-voltage sector
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or similar field considered an asset
- Experience understanding blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
- 5 or more years of experience in the Electrical High Voltage, Utility or Renewables Industry
- Estimating knowledge of substation and/or battery energy storage projects is required
- Strong understanding of protection and control schemes
- Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
- Proficiency in all applications within Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license required; travel may be necessary
- Strong analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time
- Ability to work with various partners from start until finish
Benefits:
- Meaningful engagement initiatives and team events
- Culture prioritizing wellbeing, inclusion, collaboration, respect, accountability, and lasting connections
- Hands-on experience and exposure to diverse projects
- Opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths
- Continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Recognition and appreciation for achievements
- Pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and criminal record check
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