Principal Construction Estimator - Power Delivery
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field is preferred.
- At least 2 years of estimating experience, specifically in the power delivery or construction industry.
- Strong understanding of commercial terms, estimating principles, and construction processes.
- Proficiency with estimating software tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant applications.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to produce accurate estimates.
- Written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing project specifications and performing quantity take-offs across trades, including high- and low-voltage electrical, control systems, and structural elements.
- Develop conceptual estimates using preliminary design documents, interacting closely with engineers and project managers.
- Maintain a comprehensive database for labor and material pricing to ensure accurate future cost estimates.
- Assist in managing the subcontractor request-for-proposal process by preparing bid packages and evaluating bids for scope alignment and competitiveness.
- Support project teams with insights on estimating processes and assist during the project execution phase.
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
About the company
Paradigm Power Delivery builds and repairs electrical substations and power lines for utilities, power generators, industrial facilities and data centers. Its projects connect generating equipment to the grid and upgrade the infrastructure that carries electricity to customers. The company combines engineering, equipment procurement and field construction, taking paid projects from planning and site preparation through final equipment testing and commissioning. Work ranges from substation and transmission line construction to equipment replacements and battery energy storage installations. Founded in 1991, Paradigm Power Delivery is headquartered in Moorhead, Minnesota.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Moorhead, MN
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Paradigm apprentices earn while learning: classroom instruction covers electrical theory and codes alongside work with journeymen.
- Paradigm's Overland Park Lead Electrical Engineer receives family health coverage from day one.
- Paradigm invests in field safety skills: training includes OSHA-certified instruction and ongoing field education.
What critics are saying
- Paradigm's nationwide electrician listing recruits for future projects: applications enter a talent pipeline.
- Paradigm's nationwide electricians must be available for all shifts and for heights, confined spaces and extreme temperatures as required.
- Paradigm's Kansas City Craft Safety Technician needs flexible hours and travel between job sites as needed.
What makes Paradigm Power Delivery unique
- Paradigm keeps specialist trades in-house: its crews perform aluminum bus welding and relay replacement.
- Paradigm handles smaller high-voltage jobs: its project team manages short-run transmission work up to 345 kilovolts.
- Paradigm layers customer rules onto its own: project safety planning integrates clients' safety standards.
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