Project Cost Estimator – Intermediate, Senior, Principal

Consumers Energy

. Develop project cost estimates for transmission line, substation, generation interconnection, and other capital projects .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeNovi • Iowa • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project cost estimating for electrical utilities, including risk analysis, cash flow forecasting, and the development of estimating methodologies. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing technical support to enhance project management processes.

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Project Cost EstimatingCash Flow ForecastingRisk AnalysisProject Management Professional (PMP)Microsoft Power BI

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimatingRisk AnalysisContingency ModelingHistorical Cost AnalysisConstruction SchedulingEstimating MethodologiesMarket Trend AnalysisLabor Productivity AnalysisTechnical ExpertiseQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft Power BIEstimating ToolsDigital SolutionsData Governance Practices

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Electrical UtilitiesConstruction ManagementCost ModelsEstimating StandardsRegulatory Filings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop project cost estimates for transmission line, substation, generation interconnection, and other capital projects
Evaluate project plans, specifications, drawings, quantities, labor, equipment, and material costs
Identify cost risks, scope gaps, estimating inconsistencies, and project alternatives
Lead or participate in estimate reviews, workshops, challenge sessions, stage-gate reviews, and audits
Perform estimate risk analysis, contingency modeling, validation, and historical cost analysis
Develop and enhance estimating methodologies, standards, cost models, templates, tools, databases, applications, and benchmarking practices
Analyze market trends, labor productivity, escalation, material pricing, labor conditions, and emerging technologies
Provide pre-construction support and technical expertise to project management
Review subcontractor quotes and resolve estimating issues with supply chain, engineering, project management, construction, permitting, and real estate stakeholders
Conduct field visits and attend pre- and post-bid meetings as required
Transfer completed estimates and bid documents to the Project Management team
Maintain cost estimating metrics and support performance measurement, trend analysis, forecasting, and decision-making
Present estimate assumptions, risks, recommendations, costs, and variances to management, project sponsors, and project owners
Provide oversight and quality assurance for junior estimators; mentor, train, coach, and develop estimators
Represent ITC in industry working groups, benchmarking studies, and professional estimating organizations
Provide expert testimony, technical support, and negotiation assistance for claims, change orders, contract disputes, and regulatory filings
Drive continuous improvement of estimating tools, systems, digital solutions, and data governance practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education
Intermediate: Minimum of two (2) years of related experience
Senior: Minimum of six (6) years of related experience
Principal: Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of electrical utilities cost estimating depending on the level of the position
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of construction project cash flow forecasting depending on the level of the position
Strong understanding of project management and project controls processes, including construction scheduling, cost estimating, and cash flow forecasting
Sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and in a team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
Ability to learn and use job-specific software
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer; ITC does not sponsor employment visas such as H-1B or TN visas
Electrical and civil Engineering experience/knowledge preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Experience with Microsoft Power BI preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading compensation
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Hybrid work arrangement