The Steam & Gas Engineering Department is seeking a motivated, results-driven professional to join its management team as an Estimator, Sr Specialist (2L). The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence and the organizations Rules We Live By, while providing outstanding customer service in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, supported by strong organizational, leadership, teamwork, communication, and decision-making skills. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, resourceful, and articulate, with a proactive "can-do" mindset, a strong sense of accountability, and a clear understanding of how to anticipate and meet customer needs.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities- Prepare conceptual, authorization and appropriation cost estimates for multidiscipline construction projects of commercial building, generation, substation and/or transmission facilities.
- Develop estimates based on preliminary work scopes, drawings and sketches, and site conditions, while relying on professional experience to fill in missing information.
- Rely on construction expertise to determine means & methods and inform the project schedule.
- Reference historical data and cost libraries to determine costs for specific activities and resources.
- Contribute to the development of project work scopes during estimate preparation to ensure project constructability and lower costs.
- Evaluate alternative designs and contribute to the optimum design selection.
- Meet with engineering, construction and the user organizations to ensure all aspects of the project have been incorporated in the estimate.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience- Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Education/Experience- Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of work experience as an estimator.
Relevant Work Experience- Minimum three years of applicable experience as an estimator in engineering, design, and/or construction of commercial building, substations or electric transmission facilities, or related experience, required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, required.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with people on all levels, required.
- Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), HeavyBid and/or similar estimating software program, required.
- Demonstrate a high energy level, be well organized, and have the ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities, required.
- Experience in developing electrical, mechanical and/or civil cost estimates for construction projects at substations and/or electric transmission facilities, and/or familiarity with Recommended Practices from the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE), preferred.
Licenses and Certifications- Driver's License Required
Physical Demands- Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 40 pounds
- Sit or stand to answer a phone for the duration of the workday
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
- Stand to use/operate office equipment for the duration of the workday
- Ability to read small print and symbols
Additional Physical Demands- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to respond to system emergencies.
About Company
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
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Company
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.