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Estimating Lead at Rising Edge Group. Role. Reporting to the Regional Director and closely aligned with the Estimating MAnager, the Lead Estimator is a senior technical role responsible for overseeing estimating efforts within a specific division of the company. This position performs and leads the development of complete and competitive EPC proposals, coordinates divisional estimating workflows, and supports preconstruction planning. While not a formal people manager, the Lead Estimator mentors junior and intermediate estimators, ensures estimating standards are upheld, and works closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, project controls, and construction to deliver high-quality proposals. The Lead Estimator acts as the primary estimating authority within their division and serves as a technical escalation point for complex estimates.. Responsibilities. . Support the coordination of estimating activities among divisional team members to meet proposal deadlines and client requirements.. . Review and validate divisional estimates, identifying risks, scope gaps, and opportunities for value engineering through preliminary review stages.. . Act as technical lead for pricing strategy, methodology, and commercial alignment within the division in alignment with the Preconstruction Management direction.. . Act as a representative for the core values of Rising Edge.. . Provide day-to-day technical guidance and coaching to junior and intermediate estimators within the division.. . Review and support improvement of divisional estimating tools, templates, and standard practices.. . Participate in onboarding and training support for new estimating staff.. . Independently evaluate RFP packages to determine project scope, commercial requirements, risk, and constructability.. . Prepare detailed, multi-discipline EPC cost estimates for renewable, distribution, substation, generation, and industrial electrical projects.. . Collaborate with preconstruction team members and supporting cross-functional stakeholders to develop scope, pricing, execution plans, and schedules.. . Lead the development of full proposal packages, including:. . . Execution plans. . Cost breakdowns and assumptions. . Project schedules using MS Project or Primavera. . Risk registers and mitigation strategies. . Optional pricing and alternate methodologies. . Environmental, Safety, Quality, and ITP Plans. . Executive summaries. . . Coordinate and conduct site visits to inform constructability reviews and field-level data gathering.. . Review technical documents (e.g., drawings, DBMs, specs) and identify scope gaps or conflicts.. . Engage and communicate with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to secure and validate pricing inputs.. . Maintain a record of all estimate basis throughout the development of a proposal.. . Lead internal estimate reviews and provide detailed justifications and breakdowns to internal stakeholders.. . Conduct final bid submission reviews with the appropriate internal signing authorities.. . Participate in strategy development for complex proposals, including alternative methods, value engineering options, and cost-saving opportunities.. . Provide peer reviews and support quality control of estimates prepared by others.. . Assist in the continuous improvement of estimating tools, templates, and standard practices.. . Informally mentor junior estimating staff through task collaboration and technical feedback.. . Conduct formal estimate hand-off meetings with the Project Management team after contract award.. . Assist with the preparation and submission of change orders and scope adjustments.. . Participate in project close-out and post-mortem reviews to support continuous improvement.. . Attend regular estimating team meetings to share updates, challenges, and lessons learned.. . Support the use of CRM systems to track proposal status, client interactions, and business development metrics, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.. . Submit accurate and timely administrative documentation, including daily timesheets.. . Contribute to the maintenance of historical cost data and continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating team.. . Education. Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred. Certification as a Journeyman Electrician or Power Systems Electrician is considered an asset. Professional designations such as P.Eng., CET, or CEP are highly regarded. . . Other related supporting credentials such as scheduling, cost engineering, agile practises would be considered assets.Minimum of 3-7 years of experience in electrical estimating, ideally in the electric utility or EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) sectors. . . Must have proven experience with renewables, distribution, and substation projects, including exposure to complex, multi-stakeholder proposals.. . Proven experiencing leading proposal efforts of medium to large scale projects along with experience mentoring or guiding less experienced estimators is considered critical.. . Advanced proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, design packages, and construction specifications.. . Strong knowledge of construction productivity, equipment capabilities, labor planning, and market rates.. . Advanced experience with estimating software (e.g., Hard Dollar or equivalent).. . Skilled in developing construction schedules using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera.. . Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, digital takeoff tools (Bluebeam), and document control platforms (e.g., SharePoint).. . Able to independently perform full takeoffs, pricing validations, and proposal compilation.. . Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of professional judgment.. . Proven ability to collaborate across departments and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.. . Comfortable engaging directly with subcontractors, vendors, and clients during the proposal phase.. . Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.. . Strong attention to detail in documentation, version control, and internal process compliance.. . Company Location: United States.