Project Estimator

RMS Energy

14h

About The Position

The Project Estimator supports the estimating team on multi-disciplined, turnkey projects and assists with customer projects from initial inquiry through execution. Working under the guidance of senior estimators, the role helps scope and price projects, participates in pre-sale onsite walkthroughs, and helps ensure technical and commercial bid details are accurately captured and documented. The position supports estimate and proposal preparation, bid coordination, project handoffs, change orders, customer and vendor information gathering, and maintenance of estimating records and CRM data. It also participates in site evaluations to help assess project scope, access, safety, outages, clearances, and logistical needs.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in estimating, project coordination, field work, or engineering in utility, electrical, transmission and distribution, industrial, or related construction sectors; alternatively, a relevant degree with internship experience.
Basic understanding of multidisciplinary projects involving electrical, mechanical, and civil work, and how labor, materials, and equipment affect project costs.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and bid documents, or willingness to develop this skill through training.
Awareness of field safety practices and common job-site hazards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Clear verbal and written communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Ability to travel up to 15% throughout the continental USA.
Ability to pass a stringent drug screening and background check.
Valid and current driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Exposure to estimating, bid preparation, or proposal support, including RFPs, RFQs, or IFBs.
Familiarity with NECA or other labor unit standards.
Hands-on field experience, such as line work, electrical construction, or utility operations.
Exposure to transmission construction, outage and clearance coordination, rigging, hauling, or material logistics.
Experience working with utilities, government agencies, or commercial and industrial customers.
Familiarity with Microsoft Project and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing project estimates, quotes, and proposals, including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, travel, and other costs.
Review customer requests, RFPs/RFQs, bid packages, drawings, and specifications with senior estimators; identify requirements and document assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions.
Support Sales and senior estimators in coordinating bids, tracking scope and pricing, and meeting submission deadlines.
Schedule and participate in bid meetings with division leaders, Sales, Operations, and technical resources, and track action items and contributions.
Help prepare handoff packages for awarded projects, including scope, pricing, assumptions, exclusions, schedules, and subcontractor commitments.
Gather and organize bid information, including due dates, site-walk requirements, drawings, photos, vendor quotes, historical job data, and supporting documentation.
Participate in pre-sale customer site walkthroughs to help evaluate scope, site access, safety hazards, outage requirements, and clearances.
Help identify and document project risks, constraints, and logistical requirements, including rigging, hauling, equipment access, and material staging.
Assist with pricing and preparing change orders when project scope or customer requirements change.
Maintain bid information, pricing details, and proposal statuses in the CRM system.
Assist Sales in gathering Certificates of Insurance, safety records, Experience Modification Rates, and bonding information.
Maintain organized estimating records, quote logs, vendor pricing, and supporting bid documentation.