GFT is seeking a highly qualified Cost Engineer / Estimator to support major electric utility transmission and substation projects. This position can be remote with periodic travel to client offices and project sites.
This position will work directly with the Senior Substation Estimator, Project Managers, Engineers, and Construction Managers to develop construction cost estimates, support procurement activities, maintain cost databases, review contractor pricing, and assist with project forecasting and financial management.
This role is ideal for a developing estimator with utility, industrial, heavy civil, electrical, or construction experience who is looking to build expertise in transmission and substation infrastructure projects.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Cost Estimating Support
- Assist in the preparation of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed construction estimates.
- Perform quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings, specifications, and design documents.
- Compile labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing information.
- Develop estimate worksheets, bid summaries, and supporting documentation.
- Maintain estimating templates, databases, and historical cost information.
- Support estimate reviews and estimate reconciliation efforts.
Bid Evaluation & Procurement Support
- Assist with contractor and supplier bid evaluations.
- Prepare bid tabulations and pricing comparisons.
- Research supplier and subcontractor pricing.
- Review quotations for completeness and scope compliance.
- Support procurement activities and construction package development.
Cost Engineering & Financial Analysis
- Assist with project budgeting and forecasting efforts.
- Track estimate performance against project budgets.
- Support development of project cash flow forecasts.
- Assist with monthly cost reporting and financial analysis.
- Identify cost trends and support variance reporting.
Change Management Support
- Assist in the review of contractor change orders.
- Perform quantity and pricing checks for proposed changes.
- Support development of independent cost estimates.
- Track potential project cost impacts and changes.
- Maintain change management logs and documentation.
Project Controls Integration
- Work closely with project management and project controls teams.
- Support development of project cost reports and dashboards.
- Assist with earned value and performance measurement reporting.
- Maintain project cost records and supporting documentation.
- Participate in project team meetings and estimate review sessions.
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 3–7 years of estimating, cost engineering, project controls, or construction experience.
- Experience with construction quantity takeoffs and cost development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What we prefer you bring:
Compensation:The salary range for this role is $115,000 - $140,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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Location: Mid-Atlantic areaCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
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