Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Bidding, Budgeting, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Engineering, Construction Estimates, Construction Management, Construction Planning, Construction Projects, Cost Analysis, Cost Estimates, Database Administration, Electrical Power Transmission, Electrical Utility, Electricity, Financial Trend Analysis, Historical Cost Principle, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Project Development, Project Estimates, Project Evaluation, Project Planning, Purchasing/Procurement, Schedule Development, Software Administration, Standards Development, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Writing Skills
Estimating Manager – Electric Power (Transmission & Distribution)
Location: Deforest, WI
Hire Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Based on Experience
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to lead estimating efforts for electric power infrastructure projects, including transmission and distribution (T&D) powerlines and substations. This role is responsible for developing accurate project estimates, managing estimating systems, analyzing bid results, and mentoring a team of estimators. The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction estimating, leadership experience, and the ability to manage a high volume of estimates while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Lead estimating efforts for electric power projects, including transmission lines and substations.
- Develop bid schedules and coordinate the procurement and return of project plans.
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates through quantity takeoffs, labor calculations, and solicitation of material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
- Maintain current material pricing, labor rates, and estimating databases to ensure competitive and accurate bids.
- Manage and maintain estimating software and related systems.
- Price project change orders and provide cost analyses for ongoing work.
- Evaluate bid results and completed project costs to improve estimating accuracy and maintain historical cost databases.
- Develop estimating standards, budgeting methodologies, and "rules of thumb" for conceptual estimating.
- Train, mentor, and support estimators to promote consistency, efficiency, and professional development.
- Participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with project teams throughout the estimating process.
- Perform additional estimating and departmental tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- Minimum of two years of technical education in engineering, construction management, or completion of a related apprenticeship.
- 5+ years of estimating experience within the construction industry, preferably supporting electric power, utility, or infrastructure projects.
- Experience estimating transmission, distribution, substation, or other heavy civil/electrical construction projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and estimating software.
- Ability to interpret CAD/BIM drawings and construction plans.
- Experience managing a wide range of project sizes and producing approximately 120–200 estimates annually, depending on project complexity.
- Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and guide estimating teams.
Preferred Skills
- Experience managing estimating databases and historical cost information.
- Knowledge of change order pricing and post-project cost analysis.
- Strong understanding of construction means, methods, labor productivity, and material pricing trends.
- Experience developing conceptual estimating tools and budgeting methodologies.
Work Environment
This position is primarily office-based with occasional visits to active construction sites. Responsibilities include prolonged computer work, preparing estimates, reviewing drawings, and collaborating with internal teams. Site visits may require walking uneven terrain, climbing ladders or stairs, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Travel to project sites may be required using a personal vehicle.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
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