Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Job Description:

The Lead Project Estimator will be a key member of the inventive and vibrant Estimating Team and will support design, planning, and budgeting of projects. The ideal candidate has

experience in the renewable and/or high voltage transmission industry, a highly developed understanding of construction means and methods, a deep understanding of wind, solar, substation, and transmission construction requirements, robust project management skills, and strong leadership qualities.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross functional teams involved in project development, planning and execution to develop project estimates and improve estimating tools.

This is a leadership role within the team. Day to day responsibilities include leading and preparing estimates, the development of pricing models, and evaluating new technological innovations in the

industry. The candidate will have the ability to grow their skillset, as our team also works on a large portfolio of technologies including wind, utility scale solar, distributed solar, energy storage, transmission

& distribution lines, substations, water treatment, 5G & fiber, hydrogen, pipelines, and fossil generation.

This position develops, quantifies, costs, and provides a complete capital expenditure (CapEx) model for evaluating projects. CapEx models include all engineering, material, direct construction, and indirect

construction costs. Employees in this role provide technical guidance, estimating knowledge, market pricing, staffing considerations during the estimating process, and presenting results up to E&C

management.

Responsibilities:

· Prepares capital cost estimates

· Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives, when appropriate

· Coordinates with other departments, ensuring understanding of project objectives and efficient utilization of resources

· Reviews layouts, designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives, when appropriate

· Remains current with technology and industry evolution, assuring that capital estimates anticipate the correct market conditions

· Establishes, builds and implements metrics for cost and construction estimate checks

· Mentors and develops junior members of the team

· Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Experience:

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

· Experience:10+ years

· Field Experience: 5+ years

· Strong preference for candidates with previous experience in renewables or transmission projects

Skills:

• Proficient with Excel

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree in the following Fields of Study

o Engineering – Mechanical

o Engineering – Civil

o Engineering – Electrical

o Construction Science

o Construction Management

About US Tech Solutions:

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US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.