Senior Estimator – Gas Power Generation

Blattner

. Lead the procurement and estimating process by coordinating bidding procedures .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $100,561 - $145,814 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and estimating processes, ensuring bid accuracy and compliance while effectively managing subcontractors and project safety requirements. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and conducting thorough bid reviews to secure project awards.

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Construction Market KnowledgeEstimating StrategiesCost ControlProject Safety RequirementsEstimating Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Estimating TechniquesMathematics ProficiencyReading Engineering DrawingsCost Coding SystemsProject Scheduling

Soft Skills

NegotiationMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Estimating Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Four-Year Construction or Engineering Degree

Industry Keywords

Gas Powered GenerationBid AccuracyRisk ManagementJHA Risk CostsSubcontractor Selection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the procurement and estimating process by coordinating bidding procedures
Ensure bid accuracy and technical compliance
Help secure new project awards through negotiation, presentations, and communicating the company’s differentiators
Identify and calculate project safety requirements, PPE, training, and JHA risk costs into bids
Pursue, select, and utilize subcontractors meeting risk management criteria
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures when bidding projects
Produce quality bids using company estimating software and bid reviews
Plan estimates for and during pre-bid meetings
Create preliminary project schedules during estimates
Supervise and develop subordinates through mentoring, formal training, and diverse work experiences
Conduct project site visits
Review cost/production reports to compare actual costs and plans against estimates
Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard cost data

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four-year construction or engineering degree with five to seven years of experience as an Estimator or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience in mathematics including algebra and geometry; or equivalent training and/or experience; with an emphasis in Gas Powered Generation
Advanced knowledge of construction market, estimating strategies, estimating techniques, cost control and proper scheduling of purchases and work
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems
Ability to identify and calculate project safety requirements and JHA risks into bids
Ability to pursue, select and utilize subcontractors meeting risk management criteria
Proficiency using company estimating software and performing bid reviews

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
401(k) with company match
HSA and FSA options
Dental and Vision insurance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
Work/Life balance
Employee/Family focused culture
Gym on site
And more!