Job: Project Estimator (Transmission)
Duration: 12 months contract (Possible Extension)
Location: Juno Beach FL 33408
No OT.
1 Month per diem offered for in office onboarding and training.
Location - remote possible only for exceptionally good candidates. otherwise, preferred on-site at Juno beach, FL.
Minimum YOE - 3 years direct transmission estimating / engineering / design
Otherwise 5+
Job Summary
We are seeking a Project Estimator – Transmission to support the planning, engineering, and cost estimation of electric utility transmission projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in transmission line estimating, engineering, or design, with an understanding of high-voltage transmission infrastructure, construction costs, labor, materials, and project budgets.
The candidate will work closely with engineering, project management, construction, procurement, and other stakeholders to develop accurate cost estimates for transmission line projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and prepare cost estimates for electric utility transmission line projects.
- Review engineering drawings, design packages, specifications, and project scope to determine labor, material, equipment, and construction requirements.
- Estimate costs associated with transmission line construction, including structures, conductors, insulators, foundations, and related equipment.
- Analyze project quantities, material takeoffs, labor requirements, and contractor pricing.
- Support preliminary, conceptual, and detailed cost estimates at different stages of project development.
- Review vendor and contractor quotations to validate pricing and identify cost variances.
- Coordinate with engineering, design, project management, procurement, and construction teams to gather project information.
- Identify potential cost risks, assumptions, exclusions, and opportunities for cost optimization.
- Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with estimate reviews, budget development, and cost comparisons.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of direct transmission estimating, transmission engineering, or transmission design experience .
- Knowledge of electric utility transmission line projects and associated construction practices.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documents.
- Experience with material takeoffs, cost analysis, labor estimates, and project cost calculations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other estimating or project management tools.
- Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with electric utilities, EPC contractors, or transmission engineering firms.
- Familiarity with high-voltage transmission projects, including structures, conductors, foundations, and related electrical infrastructure.
- Experience with estimating software, cost databases, and historical project cost analysis.
- Understanding of utility construction standards, project budgets, and cost-control practices.
EEO Statement:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
Thanks in advance for your time and consideration, please feel free to provide a current version of your resume. I look forward to hearing from you!