Estimator

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region's largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

About this Role

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your organizational skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc. seeks an Estimator to join the team at our company with our Sumner, WA office!

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to contribute to the success of our projects by providing accurate and timely cost estimates. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality results. This role will be located at our company headquarters in Sumner, WA, working both in the office and in the field. If you enjoy the following, we encourage you to apply.

The salary range for this role is $70,000-$90,000

What You'll Do

• Analyze project plans and specifications to develop accurate cost estimates.

• Collaborate with operations project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to gather necessary information.

• Prepare detailed take-offs and quantity surveys.

• Research and analyze material costs, labor rates, and equipment expenses.

• Utilize construction estimating software to enhance efficiency.

• Present and explain estimates to internal teams and stakeholders.

• Participate in bid review meetings.

• Attend pre-bids and job walks prior to estimate completion.

• Other duties as assigned

• This role requires 25-30% travel.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelors degree or relevant experience

• Experience using Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Knowledge of current market trends and construction industry standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator in the utility construction industry.

• Proficient in construction estimating software (e.g., ProEst, Bluebeam, InEight, etc.).

• Skilled in utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Projects, and PrimaVera.

What You'll Get

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Potelco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $70,000.00/Yr. - USD $90,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.