Senior Electrical Estimator - Utilities & Infrastructure

Senior Electrical Estimator – Utilities & Infrastructure Location: Detroit, MI (Hybrid – Tues, Wed, Thurs On-Site | Mon & Fri Remote) Local Requirement: Candidates must be local to the Detroit, MI area or able to reliably commute to the office three days per week Pay Rate: $65/hour Contract: 12-month contract with strong potential for extension or direct hire Overview Our client is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to support large-scale utility and infrastructure projects, including substations, transmission, and distribution (overhead and underground). This is a hybrid position based in Detroit, requiring regular on-site collaboration with project teams. The role is critical in developing accurate, defensible cost estimates across the full project lifecycle — from early concept through execution. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain estimates including ROM, budgetary, unit rate, and detailed estimates Review engineering designs and scope packages for accuracy and completeness Validate contractor and engineering estimates, including quantities, labor, and materials Analyze and challenge bids to ensure scope alignment and cost optimization Review and evaluate change orders for accuracy and project impact Build estimate structures aligned to WBS and cost-loaded schedules Perform cost analysis, benchmarking, risk assessments, and value engineering Support constructability reviews and claims analysis Contribute to estimating standards, tools, and continuous improvement initiatives Collaborate across cross-functional teams and support multiple concurrent projects Required Qualifications One of the following: High School Diploma or GED + 10+ years of electrical estimating experience Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related) + 8+ years of experience Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related) + 6+ years of experience Strong experience estimating electrical infrastructure projects (utilities, power, or industrial) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (cost modeling, analysis, and reporting) Must be based in or near the Detroit area and able to work on-site three days per week Preferred Qualifications Experience with utility-scale projects (substations, transmission, distribution, renewables) Background in overhead (OH) and underground (UG) electrical systems Experience across full project lifecycle (engineering, construction, commissioning) Familiarity with estimating tools such as On-Screen Takeoff or similar Additional Requirements Ability to work in industrial or power plant environments (stairs, confined spaces, varying temperatures) Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits and project walkdowns Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels Proven analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination capabilities Why This Role High-impact role supporting major utility and infrastructure projects Competitive pay at $65/hour Hybrid schedule with consistent on-site collaboration Strong potential for long-term extension or direct hire Opportunity to work on complex, high-visibility energy projects #J-18808-Ljbffr CrossFire Group