Senior Project Estimator

Job Duties

What You'll Do:

• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates and proposals for turnkey projects, including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and travel

• Review bid packages, drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to define project scope, assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions

• Obtain and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes to ensure accurate pricing and complete scope coverage

• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, technical teams, and vendors to confirm project requirements, resource availability, and execution plans

• Develop preliminary project schedules and identify site conditions, risks, and logistical requirements that may affect cost or schedule

• Lead pre-sale site walk-throughs to assess site access, safety requirements, outage needs, and project constraints

• Compile project costs, evaluate financial considerations, and ensure pricing follows established technical review and approval processes

• Prepare and submit professional proposals and complete bid packages in accordance with customer requirements and deadlines

• Maintain accurate bid records, pricing tools, and CRM data while tracking awarded and lost bids

• Participate in customer meetings, communicate project updates, and identify and price change orders as needed

• Support Sales with required bid documentation, including certificates of insurance, safety records, and bonding information

• Coordinate project handoffs to Operations, ensuring scope, pricing, schedules, and customer expectations are clearly documented

• Lead post-job reviews to compare estimated and actual costs, identify lessons learned, and improve future estimating accuracy

• Build customer relationships and support repeat business and new opportunities

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, construction management or equivalent experience.

Minimum Experience Required

Minimum of 5 years of estimating experience in utilities, industrial, or related sectors.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$

Postal Code

56345

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1314

Job Benefits

Why Join RMS Energy:

We’re not just another power services company. We’re a tight-knit, mission-driven team that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth.

• Competitive Compensation – Merit-based raises

• Full Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire

• Steady Employment & Career Growth – Be part of a fast-growing company with promotion potential

• 401(k) with Company Match – Traditional & Roth options + free investment guidance

• Education Support – Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships

• Generous PTO – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

• Employee Assistance Program – Legal, financial, and mental wellness support