Jr Electrical Cost Estimator - Eastern U.S.

Jacobs • Charlotte, NC • 2h ago

We're seeking a Jr. Electrical Cost Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M-$10B to support our projects and clients across the country. The @types of projects include utility, substation, distribution, transmission, highway, and other transportation projects. You'll review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings, assess the risk, and cost impacts required to develop the estimates. You'll work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by reviewing and comprehending scope documents, developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assist contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, apply construction means and methods, calculate indirect field and owner's costs, and meeting necessary deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop capital cost estimates for utility, transmission, distribution, substation, and transportation projects.

Review contractor proposals for various procurement @types.

Review and validate change orders.

Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.

Maintain organized and detailed files, project records, and logs.

Attend project meetings as required.

We're considering candidates located in the Eastern region of the United States, and you'll be assigned to the nearest Jacobs office as a Hybrid employee.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a?fast-paced environment. We'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.?

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High school diploma or equivalent.

3-5 years of electrical field experience in utility, substation, distribution, or transmission construction required.

Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in substation and high-voltage projects.

Understanding of substation configurations, SCADA, and protection equipment.

Provide constructability and cost estimates for projects that lack detailed design but can leverage experience and industry standards to support our client's initiatives.

Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule.

Proficient use of MS Office products, HCSS (HeavyBid), Sage, or InEight estimating software and BlueBeam.

Ideally, you'll also have

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.

Certifications such as a CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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