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Project Controls Specialist (Electrical Estimator)

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Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

We are looking for an experienced Project Controls Specialist (Electrical Estimator) to join a leading Electric utility Client in renewable energy experience such as wind, solar, and energy storage capital projects.If interested please Send your resume to chandrashekar@astacrs.com.

Location: Detroit MI

Duration: 24 Months

Work Type: Onsite

Interview Mode: Onsite

Visa: USC / GC / EAD (Only W2)

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

  • High School or GED, & 10 years of job-relevant Electrical Journeyman estimating

experience, or

  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field and the knowledge /

capabilities typically acquired through 8 years of job-relevant experience in

estimating electrical systems . or

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field and the knowledge /

capabilities typically acquired through 6 years of job-relevant experience in

estimating electrical systems

  • Intermediate to advanced level skills in using Microsoft Excel

Other Qualifications Preferred

  • 4 years of understanding Electrical systems, reading plans, calculating

labor/material costs and experienced in working on large construction projects,

preferably renewables (Solar, Wind, etc.)

  • Electrical Work (Substations, OH and UG cable work)
  • Estimating all project costs (i.e., engineering, design, project

management, construction, commissioning, etc.)

  • Familiarity to intermediate level experience using On-screen take off, or

any other estimating software

Other Requirements

  • May require the physical ability to work in a power plant environment (e.g. climb stairs,

work in hot, confined environments.

  • Occasional travel to project sites as needed to support project teams and contractor

walkdowns

  • Communicates effectively (verbally & in writing) with individuals at all levels, inside and

outside the Corporation.

  • Written and verbal communication & advocacy skills consistent with the ability to present

results of projects & research and engage in persuasive written & verbal interaction with all

levels of the business unit.

  • Analytical & problem-solving skills consistent with the ability to identify key issues from a

broad range of alternatives and recommend optimal solutions for various situations.

  • Ability to develop / coordinate cross functional work groups and projects, yielding optimal

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $60

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