Our client is seeking a Lead Project Estimator to work within their office in Juno Beach, CA, for a 1-year assignment plus extensions.

The Lead Project Estimator will be a key member of the inventive and vibrant Estimating Team and will support design, planning, and budgeting of projects for the Client. The ideal candidate has experience in the renewable and/or high voltage transmission industry, a highly developed understanding of construction means and methods, a deep understanding of wind, solar, substation, and transmission construction requirements, robust project management skills, and strong leadership qualities. In this role, you will collaborate with cross functional teams involved in project development, planning and execution to develop project estimates and improve estimating tools. This is a leadership role within the team. Day to day responsibilities include leading and preparing estimates, the development of pricing models, and evaluating new technological innovations in the industry.  The candidate will have the ability to grow their skillset, as our team also works on a large portfolio of technologies including wind, utility scale solar, distributed solar, energy storage, transmission & distribution lines, substations, water treatment, 5G & fiber, hydrogen, pipelines, and fossil generation.
This position develops, quantifies, costs, and provides a complete capital expenditure (CapEx) model for evaluating projects. CapEx models include all engineering, material, direct construction, and indirect construction costs. Employees in this role provide technical guidance, estimating knowledge, market pricing, staffing considerations during the estimating process, and presenting results up to E&C management.
Job Responsibilities:

Prepares capital cost estimates
Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives, when appropriate
Coordinates with other departments, ensuring understanding of project objectives and efficient utilization of resources
Reviews layouts, designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives, when appropriate
Remains current with technology and industry evolution, assuring that capital estimates anticipate the correct market conditions
Establishes, builds and implements metrics for cost and construction estimate checks
Mentors and develops junior members of the team
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
Experience:7+ years
Proficient with Excel