Senior Estimator (Utility Transmission & Distribution)

IB Abel Inc • Lower Macungie Township, PA

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About The Position

IB Abel is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to analyze blueprints, specifications, quotes, and other documentation and prepare complete, high-quality, accurate bid submissions for utility transmission and distribution projects. The role manages bid documentation, develops labor and material takeoffs and estimates, coordinates vendor and subcontractor quotations, prepares customer-required proposal materials, and collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to validate bids and assess risks. For awarded projects, the Senior Estimator leads turnover meetings with Project Management and Construction teams and provides estimating-related information and support during construction.

The role is suited to someone with utility construction and estimating experience, ideally in the electric utility industry and on transmission or distribution projects. IB Abel describes a growth-oriented, collaborative workplace and offers learning and career development opportunities through its Associate's Program and Learning Management System.

Requirements

• An acceptable combination of education and/or work experience in the electric utility industry; electric utility experience is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in the utility construction industry and knowledge of utility-industry estimating.
• An acceptable combination of education and work experience with transmission or distribution projects to validate estimating skill level.
• Knowledge of general construction practices.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code and NFPA 70E.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, with strong Excel, Word, and MS Project skills.
• A can-do attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with various teams.
• Local to Pennsylvania is preferable; occasional travel to other offices, customer facilities, jobsites, and yard locations for offsite meetings is required. Flexibility to work from home when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera.
• Pennsylvania location.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain RFP and bid documentation; review contract and RFP documents, including schedules, specifications, drawings, and safety manuals, to understand project requirements and contractual obligations.
• Review bid documents for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Complete labor takeoffs to determine project labor requirements and estimated costs.
• Complete material takeoffs to determine project material requirements and estimated costs.
• Apply project specifications, drawings, schedules, and contractual requirements to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
• Solicit and obtain vendor and subcontractor quotations; evaluate quotes for completeness, accuracy, scope coverage, and competitive pricing.
• Follow purchasing policies, procedures, and ethical standards throughout procurement and estimating.
• Distribute required qualification documents and prepare or contribute to customer-required bid deliverables, including schedules of values, project schedules, and bid clarifications.
• Ensure bid submissions address customer requirements and accurately represent project scope, pricing, and contractual obligations.
• Participate in estimate review meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders, and estimating meetings addressing bid activity, priorities, and departmental performance.
• Collaborate with relevant departments and stakeholders to validate estimates, identify risks, and support sound bidding decisions.
• Lead estimating turnover meetings for awarded projects with Project Management and Construction teams.
• Communicate project details, estimate assumptions, scope considerations, potential change orders, and other relevant project highlights during turnover.
• Support the Project Management Team during construction with estimating-related information, clarifications, and assistance as needed.

Benefits

• Vehicle allowance program
• 401(k) with company matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• Performance-based bonuses/incentives
• Progressive PTO program that grows with tenure
• Learning and career development opportunities through the Associate's Program and Learning Management System
• Flexibility and autonomy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed