Lead Estimator - New Hampshire, Manchester

The announced job offer is made public by the firm: Eversource and it was included in jobs list the date of: 2022-10-22 in the website greenenergyjobsonline.com.

It is announced that they have a job offer at the category of Engineering and the jobs location is in the state of New Hampshire at the city Manchester, in the country US - at this current ZipCode: 03101

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Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! Lead Estimator is responsible for responsible for assigning, prioritizing and directing the work performed by other Estimators and staff. Also, can be responsible for major project estimates. The Lead Estimator reports to the Mgr. of Estimating and is responsible for development, expansion, planning, design, maintenance and operation of the Eversource three-state cost estimating process and associated major project cost estimates, to meet the mission and objectives of the organization. In addition, this position coordinates the evaluation of cost estimates vs. actual project costs, identifying process improvements to drive improved accuracy for cost estimates. Responsible for ensuring that detailed scope for major projects is identified and documented to support accurate and timely cost estimates to support the Eversource Capital Plan. Individual must collaborate with Estimate stake holders which include System Planning, Engineering, Standards, Major Projects, Procurement, Siting, Environmental, etc. to ensure cost estimates consider the various risks and challenges experienced with constructing major projects in the electric industry. Essential Functions: Support establishment of a new cost estimating function to support major projects, including the development of estimates for major projects (typically over $1M). Standardize on cost estimating templates across the three state territory to ensure consistency and efficiency for developing cost estimates. Develop strong collaboration with discipline engineering and support services to ensure accurate and complete cost estimates. Establish clear expectations for the identification and quantification of project risks and associated risk/contingency cost impacts and clarifications. Ability to present estimates to mgmt. in the review process. Utilize industry best practices for incorporating direct costs, indirect costs, support cost and overheads into project estimates. Oversee establish and maintaining cost estimating tools and databases to ensure estimates are well documented and updated based on project actuals. Integrate process improvement tools and metrics to measure cost estimate accuracy, man-hour estimates to actuals, speed accuracy and cost to develop estimates, and ensure evolve estimate precision based on historical project estimates vs. actuals. Establish QA/QC measures to ensure coordination and process improvement with other stakeholders including Major Projects, Engineering, Operations, etc.. Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications: Technical Knowledge/Skill: Expert Knowledge of transmission and substation power system planning, engineering, maintenance, and operations. A combination of strong technical knowledge and business acumen. Understanding of the Federal and New England Regulatory environment and the impact for the Transmission Business. Ability to interpret and analyze financial documents. Ability to motivate and lead a team, applying effective leadership skills. Working knowledge of information technology and use of Eversource's office automation and information systems. Ability to enhance internal and external customer satisfaction. Strong communication skills, including the ability to make formal presentations and translate technical information into terms that are meaningful to the audience. Ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals. Project Accounting System Knowledge (Power Plan - FSSP. Comprehensive Electric Industry Estimating Knowledge and Experience. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word. Experience with an estimating system implementation and usage desirable. Education: A Bachelor's degree in engineering, project estimating, or equivalent experience is required. A focus in electrical engineering or estimating is preferred. An advanced degree Engineering or Business Administration is desirable. Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years in the technical, operational, estimating or engineering aspects of the electrical utility/construction industry. Four (4) years' experience in one or more aspects of the job is required and transmission and supervisory experience is strongly preferred. Licenses & Certifications: None Working Conditions: Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Job can require traveling to substations and right-of-ways to support estimate development across the Eversource territory. Mental Aspects: Leadership Behaviors/Competencies: Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities Communicate priorities and goals (company, department, team) Show how employee's work fits in Provide business updates, news Communicate, communicate, communicate Build Trusting Relationships Role model honesty/integrity in communication and action Balance "getting results" with concern for individual needs Have honest dialogue with employees; get to know them Manage and Develop People Set realistic performance objectives and expectations Give ongoing, honest feedback; coach for success Recognize good performance Visit crews in the field Remove obstacles to day-to-day performance Provide tools, information, training Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration Encourage cooperation/remove obstacles between work groups/departments Encourage collaboration/peers helping peers Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce Ask for employee input on work process/practice improvements and before implementing change that will affect them Encourage ideas Lead Change Deliver effective, positive communications about change to your team Exhibit a "can-do" attitude to successfully implement changes in priorities and work processes Respond positively to new demands or circumstances Focus on the Customer Ensure that everyone on the team understands our customer promise and provides superior customer service Be a role model for the team on delivering superior customer service Worker Type: Regular Number of Openings: 1 EEO Statement Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status. VEVRRA Federal Contractor Vaccination Information: Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource's HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws. Emergency Response: Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.