Estimating Principal

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quantas operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation battery energy storage renewables transmission substation and underground infrastructure from concept to commissioning we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed certainty and operational excellence our customers depend on.

At Quanta Power Solutions we are driven by a culture of safety integrity and disciplined execution and were building a team that shares that commitment.

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Estimating Principal to lead estimating strategy cost development and proposal support for large-scale power generation industrial and energy infrastructure projects. This leader will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive project estimates guiding preconstruction efforts and partnering with engineering procurement construction and business development teams to support successful project execution and profitable growth.

The Estimating Principal serves as a subject matter expert for conceptual budgetary and detailed estimates while driving estimating best practices cost database management and continuous process improvement.

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead estimating activities for complex EPC industrial power generation and energy infrastructure projects.
• Establish estimating standards methodologies tools and procedures across the organization.
• Mentor and develop estimating professionals while fostering a culture of collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support executive leadership with project pursuit strategies bid reviews and risk assessments.

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Direct the preparation of conceptual budgetary and definitive cost estimates.
• Develop labor equipment material subcontractor indirect cost contingency and escalation analyses.
• Oversee quantity takeoffs pricing validation and cost benchmarking.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to ensure accurate scope definition and estimate alignment.
• Lead estimate reviews and present findings to executive stakeholders.

Proposal & Business Development Support

• Partner with Business Development and Operations to support client pursuits and proposal development.
• Participate in bid/no-bid evaluations competitive analyses and proposal strategy sessions.
• Review solicitation documents contract requirements and project risks.
• Support client presentations and technical discussions during procurement processes.

Risk & Cost Management

• Identify project execution risks and develop cost mitigation strategies.
• Maintain and continuously improve estimating databases historical cost data and productivity metrics.
• Analyze estimate variances and lessons learned from completed projects.
• Collaborate with Project Controls and Operations to improve estimating accuracy and forecasting.

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Business or related field or equivalent experience
• 10 years of progressive estimating experience within power generation industrial construction EPC utility or energy infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience leading large-scale construction estimates ranging from tens of millions to multi-billion-dollar projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods project controls procurement and contract delivery models.
• Experience with estimating software cost databases and advanced Excel modeling.
• Exceptional analytical leadership communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting combined-cycle power renewable energy transmission substation industrial or heavy civil projects.
• Professional certifications such as CCP CEP CPE PMP or equivalent.
• Experience developing capital cost estimates under AACE estimating classifications.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Commercial Acumen
• Cost Modeling & Analysis
• Risk Assessment
• Team Development
• Executive Communication
• Process Improvement
• Client Relationship Management

• Competitive Compensation

• Weekly Pay

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Holiday Pay

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Comprehensive Health Coverage

• Pet Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Professional Development

• Tuition Assistance

• Employee Discount Program

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.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application interview or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position please contact us the Companys Human Resources department.