Senior Estimator, Transmission (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy•Hartford, CT

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Senior Estimator is responsible for developing estimates across the Eversource three-state area. Responsible for ensuring that detailed scope for major projects is identified and documented to support accurate and timely cost estimates. In addition, this position supports the evaluation of cost estimates vs. actual project costs, identifying process improvements to drive improved accuracy for cost estimates. Individual must collaborate with estimate stake holders which include System Planning, Engineering, Standards, Major Projects, Procurement, Siting, Environmental, etc. to ensure cost estimates consider the various risks and challenges experienced with constructing major projects in the electric industry.

Requirements

Knowledge of transmission and substation power system planning, engineering, maintenance, and operations
Strong technical knowledge and business acumen
Understanding of the Federal and New England Regulatory environment and the impact for the Transmission Business
Ability to interpret and analyze financial documents
Working knowledge of information technology and use of Eversource’s office automation and information systems
Ability to enhance internal and external customer satisfaction
Strong communication skills, including the ability to make formal presentations and translate technical information into terms that are meaningful to the audience
Ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
Project Accounting System Knowledge (Power Plan – FSSP)
Comprehensive Electric Industry Estimating Knowledge and Experience
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word
Experience with an estimating system desirable
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project estimating, similar discipline or equivalent experience. A focus in electrical engineering or estimating is preferred.
Five to eight years’ experience in technical, operational, estimating or engineering aspects of the electrical utility/construction industry.
Four (4) years’ experience in one or more aspects of the job is required and transmission experience is strongly preferred.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working on competitive, high-stakes projects that require strategic cost estimating and effective resource allocation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to adapt to evolving project requirements and market conditions.
Advanced degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

Development of estimates for major projects (typically over $1M).
Support standardization of cost estimating templates across the three-state territory to ensure consistency and efficiency for developing cost estimates.
Develop strong collaboration with discipline engineering and support services to ensure accurate and complete cost estimates.
Identification and quantification of project risks and associated risk/contingency cost impacts and clarifications.
Ability to present estimates to mgmt. in the review process.
Utilize industry best practices for incorporating direct costs, indirect costs, support cost and overheads into project estimates.
Support cost estimating tools and databases to ensure estimates are well documented and updated based on project actuals.
Support process improvement program for tools and metrics to measure cost estimate accuracy, man-hour estimates to actuals, speed accuracy and cost to develop estimates, and ensure evolve estimate precision based on historical project estimates vs. actuals.
Support QA/QC measures to ensure coordination and process improvement with other stakeholders including Major Projects, Engineering, Operations, etc.