Senior Estimator (Electrical Substations)

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About Us

IB Abels 110-year history is a testament to its adaptability forward-thinking leadership commitment to safety and stellar service and project delivery process. Our core valuesResponsible Integrity Results-Oriented Ownership and Professionalshape everything that we do at all levels of the company and are purposefully incorporated into all company communications meetings and strategic planning. Our use of the EOS model (Entrepreneurial Operating System) also provides structure and clarity among all levels of the company to maintain focus on our shared goals.

IB Abel (IBA) is committed to providing ample learning and career development opportunities to its team members via our Associates Program in Project Management Estimating and Accounting and our growing Learning Management System.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced electrical Senior Estimator for our Substation Services division who is responsible for providing effective leadership to the affiliated divisions estimating group through all aspects of the estimating life cycle. This position is accountable for the development and submission of detailed and accurate estimates providing guidance / peer checks to other estimators and for supporting post bid submission customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating Execution & Bid Preparation - Review all contract documents to understand requirements risks and pricing impacts; Perform material take-off; Obtain vendor and subcontractor quotes and evaluate for completeness and best price; Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders; and Prepare and/or provide input for customer deliverables (schedule proposal letter etc.).
• Bid Administration & Documentation Management - Work with Estimating Project Administrator to upload project documents for vendors/subcontractors and to submit RFIs for estimating questions by deadline; Distribute qualification documents as required for the bid; Prepare award documents for review to be submitted by deadline; and Assure complete and thorough pre-construction planning and distribution of all documents per project delivery process.
• Contract & Scope Review - Review purchase orders subcontracts and contracts for accuracy; Identify areas of importance (milestones liquidated damages etc.) and relay to project management (PM) team; Identify possible change orders; and Facilitate a scope review with PM team to align estimate assumptions with project execution.
• Leadership and Influence Mentor Associate Estimators; assist in creating a developmental plan for Associate Estimators; peer check all regional estimates proposals and lead bid reviews; and work with others in the Group to develop RFP deliverables that are of the highest quality accurate and coincide with RFP expectations
• Project Handoff & Collaboration - Assist construction personnel at project startup to communicate basis and approach of cost estimate; Attend pre-construction/project meetings; and Relay project insights to PM team.

Who Were Looking For

• An acceptable combination of education and/or work experience within the Electric Utility industry (Electric Utility preferred) including five (5) or more years of related experience in electrical construction industry

• Knowledge of substation construction practices with familiarity of large substation projects highly preferred

• Ten or more years performing cost estimating for the electrical industry
• Five or more years Experience on GMP estimates.
• Design build estimating experience

• Ability to travel as required throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast
• Knowledge of general construction practices
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code and NFPA 70E
• Proficient in Excel Word Primavera 6 and MS Project

• Local to Pennsylvania (preferable) but with occasional travel to other offices customer facilities jobsites and yard locations for offsite meetings (flexibility to work from home when appropriate)
• A can-do attitude strong work ethic and ability to collaborate effectively with various teams

Why Choose IBA

• Culture of Growth: Many of our leaders started in entry-level field roles and advanced within the company.
• Flexibility & Autonomy: We empower our team to succeed without micromanagement.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Includes competitive salary vehicle allowance program 401(k) with company matching tuition reimbursement and comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision.
• Stability & Variety: Work for multi-generational family-oriented business on diverse fast-paced projects without the stress of a large corporate structure.
• Incentives: Performance-based bonuses/incentives and a progressive PTO programs that grows with your tenure!
• Collaboration: A team environment where we work together to solve challenges and celebrate wins.

Step Into a Career That Powers the Future!

IB Abel is an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Required Experience:

Senior IC