Project Estimator - Project Estimator Principle - AEP Transmission Estimating Department

Responsible for performing highly technical estimates for Transmission line and substation projects in a safe, efficient and economical manner. This position is responsible for complying with defined project scoping and estimating procedures; gathering and integrating estimate and cost information to build & update master estimating cost models and databases; developing criteria for estimation and use of project and portfolio contingency; and working with project stakeholders (i.e. project management, engineering, planning, construction, contractors, etc.) to develop, implement and continuously improve scoping and estimating processes

Compensation: $73,828 - $92,284

Education & Experience requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management or related field of study PLUS a minimum of one (1) year of experience in engineering, design, estimating, project management, or construction execution.

OR

Associate's Degree in a related field of study PLUS 3 years experience in engineering, design, project management, estimating, or construction execution.

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrate effective leadership, team building and meeting management skills.
• Demonstrate a high-level of confidence in the ability to lead a team and a project to successful conclusion.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, management and senior management.
• Demonstrate an economic and business acumen with an understanding of the Engineering & Design, Procurement, Contracting, Estimating, Construction and Test & Checkout procedures and processes.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking, planning, risk assessment and prioritization of project activities and skills.
• Demonstrate conflict management skills to resolve disputes and to maximize synergies with an overriding goal to do the "right thing" for the company.
• Demonstrate an understanding of scope management.
• Be accountable for project assignments.
• Develop the skills of organizing project activities, delegating project task assignments, setting team requirements and expectations to manage deliverables, and holding team members accountable.
• Develop the ability to evaluate and determine the skill sets and capabilities needed of team members to assure project success.
• Develop a high level of proficiency and advanced knowledge of construction methodologies.
• Position may require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks and meet project requirements and schedules.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain a professional working atmosphere.

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.