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ESPO Corporation

Senior Estimator – Self-Perform Substation

ESPO Corporation, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Senior Estimator - Self-Perform Substation Location:

Houston, TX

Job Type:

Permanent / Full-Time

Overview Our client is seeking a

Senior Estimator - Self-Perform Substation

to support their growing Transmission and Distribution team. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for developing

bottoms up self-perform estimates

for substation construction bids, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and minimal company risk.

This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of high-voltage transmission and distribution systems, and proven experience leading estimating teams through complex bid processes.

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive,

bottoms up estimates

for transmission and distribution bids, with a primary focus on substation projects.

Focus primarily on

high-voltage scopes , including substation equipment, systems, and interconnections.

Create and manage

estimate schedules

to meet proposal deadlines.

Review

RFP and engineering documentation

for completeness and constructability.

Prepare detailed

quantity take-offs , cost analyses, and documentation of estimate assumptions.

Develop and maintain

high-level project schedules

using tools such as Excel.

Prepare and maintain

risk registers ; assist in risk reviews and mitigation planning.

Evaluate

commercial terms and conditions

to identify and address project risks.Ensure compliance with estimating methodologies and company standards to maintain consistent quality.

Lead project team reviews for quantities, scopes, and estimate accuracy.

Solicit, evaluate, and incorporate

vendor and subcontractor quotes

into final estimates.

Review subcontractor bid packages for completeness and consistency.

Estimate

general conditions and indirect costs

in coordination with project management.

Prepare and present

final estimate reviews

and recommendations to management.

Evaluate and recommend

contingency and escalation factors

based on project complexity and market conditions.

Participate in

value engineering and alternative solution development .

Train, mentor, and guide estimating staff while maintaining updated cost databases and historical benchmarks.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required. Equivalent experience may be considered instead of a degree.

7+ years

of direct project estimating experience.

Strong background in

self-perform substation estimating

(minimum 4 years preferred).

8+ years

of experience estimating within

Transmission & Distribution EPC or construction contracting

environments preferred.

Proven expertise in developing and presenting detailed cost estimates for

substation and high-voltage construction projects .

Proficiency with

Microsoft Office ,

ConEst , and

K-base .

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts.

OSHA 10-hour certification

required.

Ability to work independently or collaboratively, think creatively, and make sound, data-driven decisions.

About ESPO Corporation Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

ESPO Corporation connects skilled professionals with leading organizations across the engineering, design, and construction industries. We take pride in providing opportunities that match each candidate’s strengths with our clients’ most critical project needs.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401(k) participation after eligibility periods.

Equal Opportunity Employment ESPO Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and the unique perspectives each individual brings to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Senior Level Mid-Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Industries Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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