Utility Estimator
3 LINCOLN CTR Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 US
Job Description
Overview:
Support and contribute to the development of Phase 1, 2, and 3 project cost estimates in WBS format with all required assumptions that support development of current and LRP budgets.
- Prepare standard WBS estimates and assumptions with documentation of confidence factors ranging from study to construction phases of project.
- Conduct modeling, forecasting, trending, variance analysis, and other estimate-related financial and implementation analysis.
- Track, maintain, analyze and provide current estimating information on scorecard or key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Prepare, update and maintain standard material and labor unit costs to support estimate creation and database updates.
- Update estimates for each phase approval with current documentation and meeting information.
- Conduct estimate peer reviews prior to estimate issuance.
- Perform engineering drawing reviews, general analysis and prepare reports to support business operations.
- Work with Project Managers to ensure that estimates are properly understood
Top 3 skills
- High voltage electrical experience
- Ability to read and analyze blueprints & project diagrams
- Strong communication skills
Qualifications:
- Background in either high voltage electrical work, or in civil and construction work
- 5-10 years of relevant experience
- Any experience with estimating software such as InEight Estimate, WinEst, Sage Timberline, or other estimating software.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field and 4-7 years or related experience, OR High School Diploma and 6-10 years of relevant project management or related experience
Soft Skills:
- Ability to work independently and as a team leader including the ability to handle conflicting priorities in a multitask environment.
- Demonstrated strong independent judgment skills.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and time management skills.
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