Senior Substation and Transmission Estimator

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Substation and Transmission Estimator based in the United States. The Senior Substation and Transmission Estimator will play a critical role in planning and budgeting complex electrical utility infrastructure projects across the United States. This position focuses on developing accurate, comprehensive cost estimates for substation, transmission line, and distribution projects ranging from 25kV to 765kV. You will combine technical engineering knowledge with cost analysis, project scheduling, and scope development to help clients make informed investment decisions. Working closely with engineering, project management, planning, and construction teams, you will contribute to projects from early conceptual design through preliminary funding approval. The role also involves reviewing estimates, coordinating supplemental project requirements, and mentoring junior estimators to strengthen team performance. This fully remote opportunity offers the chance to influence critical energy infrastructure projects while contributing to reliable power delivery and long-term grid development. The position operates on Eastern Time business hours and provides opportunities for professional growth and future leadership. Accountabilities - Develop and review cost estimates for substation, transmission line, and distribution projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements. - Produce conceptual transmission and distribution line routes using Google Earth KMZ files, including preliminary pole placements and route considerations. - Prepare preliminary project schedules that account for equipment lead times, crew availability, construction durations, siting requirements, and other project dependencies. - Develop detailed scopes of work for conceptual projects and initiatives requiring preliminary or pre-funding approval.

- Collaborate with internal substation layout teams to support preliminary substation designs and establish project scope and cost assumptions. - Prepare, review, and validate estimates using relevant estimating tools, including Sage Estimating and Navigator, for utility power equipment and infrastructure ranging from 25kV to 765kV. - Review and support supplemental estimates for related project requirements, including access roads, forestry, SCADA and IT networks, fiber infrastructure, testing, commissioning, and other supporting services. - Coordinate with estimating colleagues, planning and protection engineering teams, project sponsors, regional representatives, and supplemental estimating specialists to ensure consistent project assumptions and deliverables. - Participate in regional stakeholder meetings to review the status of outstanding estimates, address technical questions, and coordinate next steps. - Review estimate requests in OPPM and approve, reject, or request clarification based on project scope, completeness, and established procedures. - Develop and maintain accurate project timelines for substations, transmission lines, and associated support activities. - Provide consulting support on selected projects, helping clients and internal stakeholders evaluate project scope, costs, schedules, and potential risks. - Support the project management team by providing technical estimating expertise, reliable cost information, and actionable recommendations. - Mentor junior estimators, share technical knowledge, and contribute to consistent estimating practices and continuous team improvement. - Manage a high volume of concurrent estimating assignments while maintaining quality, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively with internal and external clients. Requirements - A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred.