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Senior Estimator - Self-Perform Substation

AKP Recruiting
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026
Senior Estimator - Self-Perform Substation (Pearland) 
Description
The Senior Estimator will be responsible for developing self-perform estimates for transmission and distribution bids, mainly for substations.  This position will develop accurate bottoms up estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.
  • Develop bottoms up estimates for transmission and distribution bids (mainly substations)
  • Focus will be mainly on high voltage scope vs. civil and foundations.
  • Develop estimate schedules to manage workload and ensure timely completion of estimates.
  • Review RFP and engineering documents.
  • Responsible for detailed documentation of quantity take-offs and constructability analysis.
  • Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate assumptions.
  • Develop high level project schedules (e.g. using Excel).
  • Develop risk registers and assist risk review process.
  • Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
  • Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced.
  • Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
  • Responsible for reviewing and incorporating quotes for vendors, subcontractors, bonds and insurance.
  • Lead subcontractor solicitation and bid reviews.
  • Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes.
  • Responsible for reviewing and incorporating specialty and standard equipment and material quotes.
  • Estimate general conditions, indirect costs and review with project management team.
  • Responsible for the review of final estimate and presentation to management.
  • Make recommendations as to contingency and escalation.
  • Provide estimated hours for required estimating effort and review with Section Manager
  • Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
  •  Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services.
  • Responsible for updating cost history and data base management.
  • Train and mentor staff.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
 
  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 7 years of direct project estimating experience.
  • Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Expert with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-base.
  • OSHA 10-hour certification required.
Preferred: 
  • 4 years of self-perform substation estimating experience.
  • 8 years of experience with transmission & distribution EPC or construction contractors estimating in the field.
  • Must have extensive knowledge and experience developing estimates and bidding transmission and distribution construction work.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Primary Location
: US-TX-Houston
Travel
: Yes, 10 % of the Time

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