Estimator

About the role

Summit Line Construction, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc., is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. The company offers competitive pay and benefits, rewarding work, growth opportunities, and a constructive and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Scope Analysis: Review project plans and specifications to understand the scope of work. Analyze and interpret requests for proposals (RFP), project specifications, and pricing schedules.
• Cost Estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors. Perform material, labor, and equipment take-offs and cost analyses to support estimates. Develop and maintain cost databases. Prepare pre-approval project estimates based on drawings, narratives, and general scopes of work.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and competitive estimates. Attend pre-bid meetings, collaborations, and conferences with clients and design professionals. Define division of responsibilities, draft scope letters, proposals, and vendor solicitations. Work with clients on questions and clarifications post-bid submission. Assist project team with questions regarding construction and contractual requirements.
• Data Analysis and Improvement: Analyze historical data and project performance to improve future estimates. Develop weighting criteria for proposal evaluations. Review estimates with the operations team and executive team.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Manage change orders and cost-to-complete estimates of ongoing projects.
• Proposal and Bid Preparation: Participate in bid reviews and presentations. Prepare and submit proposal documents to clients. Provide expert judgment of costs to support competitive bid and negotiated contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in construction cost estimating, preferably in electrical infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Professional Estimator) are a plus.

What You'll Get

We offer an extremely competitive and comprehensive benefits package including:

• PTO that starts accruing DAY 1
• 401K Immediate Vesting; employer match starting same day
• Several medical plan options
• Dental and Vision benefits
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• Paid Holidays
• Employee discounts, EAP and Wellness Program
• Identity Theft Protection and so much more

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.