Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

We understand that finding the right place to work isn't easy. At Beta Engineering, we believe in cultivating a team that wins together and takes on the most challenging projects in the high-voltage industry.

We engineer, procure, and construct (EPC) projects for a variety of customers, including those in the utility, industrial, and renewable energy markets. Our work includes substations, transmission lines and more. We help our customers achieve their goals of creating a stronger power grid by reducing risks and identifying innovative solutions for their project challenges.

Our Purpose: We pursue that which challenges us, growing our community to provide critical, creative solutions that achieve extraordinary results.

Our Values: We do what we say, we turn challenges into success and we win together.

The Estimator is responsible for leading a technical proposal team that responds to Customers Request for Proposals (RFPs). The Estimator is required to take ownership in and be responsible for the technical proposal team and Beta’s response to RFPs. The Estimator’s primary responsibility is to ensure that all technical requirements provided in the RFP are covered in Beta’s response to the RFP. Beta’s response to Customer RFPs is in the form of a proposal that includes pricing and bid forms, scope of work, project schedule, terms and conditions, execution plans with org charts, drawings, equipment information and additional data. Beta submits proposals to its Customers that are complete and with the anticipation that each proposal will result in new business for the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reads and understands project specifications (technical) to obtain a clear understanding of the project scope of work
• Generate initial set of AutoCAD drawings to clearly illustrate the size, scope and context of the project
• Assists Proposal Manager in generating the commercial portions of the Beta proposal. (eg. Bid Forms, Price Summary, Bid Breakouts, Option Pricing, and Alternate Bids)
• Requests, evaluates and clarifies equipment, material, labor quotes from various vendors and providers
• Assists Proposal Manager in developing and maintaining the master spreadsheets of material and labor needs and pricing
• Initiates a potential construction schedule of the project using Microsoft Project
• Coordinates with engineering departments for support with proposal process
• Assists Proposal Manager in the organization and development of presentations for potential customers
• Participates in department and pre-bid meetings as requested
• Recognizes and recommends methods to increase productivity and quality
• Recognizes and recommends methods to improve every customer’s experience
• Additional duties as assigned by leadership.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Works closely with Proposal Manager to build a complete Beta proposal.
• Performs quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
• Interacts professionally with other employees and customers
• Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
• Demonstrates integrity and ethics in all client relationships and communications
• Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Vocational or technical certification or an Associate Degree in the engineering field is the minimum requirement
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Civil or Electrical Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related field is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required
• Strong background in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required
• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Will work in an office environment with minimal exposure to dust, noise, and other environmental hazards. May involve prolonged periods of sitting and frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Use of company vehicle, on occasion. A successful Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) is required.
• Some travel is required.

Referral Level: Professional

Not eligible for Enhanced Referral

Not eligible for External Referral

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At Beta Engineering, we empower our employees to identify innovative solutions and opportunities for future growth. Recognizing that our success begins with our people, we invest in our teams through technical, team building, and leadership training. If you want to be part of a team that is built on trust and excellence, apply today.

Beta is a subsidiary of Crest Industries, and job listings are managed by Crest Operations. Crest owns and operates companies that serve industries including power delivery, manufacturing, natural resources, and specialty chemicals. Click here to learn about careers within the Crest Industries® family of companies.

Beta Engineering is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Beta Engineering is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.