Estimator, Standard Work Design, Gas
About The Position
Responsible for developing standard design gas projects involving pipe 12 inches in diameter or less and operating at 99 psig or less. Projects may include main and service replacements, affected cast iron mains and encroachments, new business gas projects, new gas services, and standard commercial/industrial meter sets. The position develops estimates and work orders for capital projects within the Gas Organization. The role identifies requirements and design specifications for gas facilities, estimates construction costs, prepares project documents and work orders in Maximo, and supports project approvals and cost analysis. It also prepares and reviews estimate packages, evaluates historical cost data, and redesigns work packages when field changes require it. Work is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to field sites or meetings and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary. The employee must be available for emergency restoration assignments, which may occur outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Three or more years of directly related experience.
- Knowledge of gas distribution operations or underground utility construction, including engineering, construction, and maintenance practices, and applicable federal, state, and company codes and regulations.
- Knowledge of estimating best practices, including basic calculations based on project scope.
- Strong computer skills, including strong knowledge of Excel.
- Ability to improve processes and create efficiencies.
- Ability to read and understand contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Knowledge of work management and budget systems.
- Valid Motor Vehicle Operator License.
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.
- Must meet safety-sensitive drug-testing requirements, including pre-assignment testing when applicable and random drug testing.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Primavera P6, Power BI, GIS, and a work management system.
- Knowledge of unit-based estimating.
- ASPE, ICEAA, or AACE estimator certification.
Responsibilities
- Identify requirements and design specifications for new and existing gas facilities.
- Estimate materials, labor, contractor services, and equipment costs for underground utility construction projects.
- Order materials for assigned projects when required.
- Prepare project documents and related work orders in the Maximo work management system.
- Design gas service replacements for all projects.
- Initiate project financial approval for assigned projects.
- Analyze estimated versus actual costs and units for completed projects.
- Redesign existing work packages in a timely manner to support field changes when applicable.
- Evaluate and document historical cost data for developing future estimates.
- Prepare and review final estimate packages for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare work order summary sheets for internal construction and meter services departments.
- Interpret contract language and contract units to produce accurate estimates.
- Visit project sites on a limited basis to inspect and document existing field conditions.
- Respond to emergency restoration assignments as required.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards program; benefits details are available on the company careers site.
- Potential incentive eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
