Estimator - Gas Power Generation

Blattner is expanding our energy construction leadership into gas power generation. This is a unique opportunity to help build this new business from the ground up, backed by a company with decades of proven success in the energy sector.

This position will help us shape the processes and standards that carry this business forward to deliver end-to-end hybrid energy solutions. A DAY IN THE LIFE In this role, you’ll lead the estimating process and ensure all proposals meet technical and RFP requirements.

You’ll review plans, drawings, specifications, and vendor proposals, as well as evaluate subcontractor quotes and related documentation to develop accurate time, cost, and labor estimates. You’ll also ensure that scope, schedule, and bid pricing are aligned and complete.

STEP INTO THE ROLE Reviews specifications and drawings to determine and establish scope of work responsibilities, required estimate contents, and critical tasks needed to complete the project. Recommends best solution from design options based on cost, engineering, quality, or availability of materials.

Develops a plan for building and scheduling the project along with provides an explanation of the methods used. Prepare a level one schedule and thought process for sequencing the project to determine crew size, resources, and productivity used.

Demonstrates proficiency in developing and issuing of RFP’s to qualified vendors and subcontractors to ensure proposals are accurately evaluated prior to the bid review process. Evaluate quotes using comparison metrics to determine most commercially and technically responsible bidders.

Ensures RFP’s establish basis of scope and pricing from supplier/subcontractor. Calculates various statistical data: quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs, equipment cost, and specialty items. Tracks and research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.)

and compiles summary reports and bridging documents to develop guide