Sr. Estimator
Location: Bethpage, New York US
Job Number: 7461
External Description:
Sr Estimator
Date: Feb 13, 2026
Location: Bethpage, NY, US
Company: LIPAPRD
Requisition: 82209
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range: $ 93,600 - $ 148,200
Work Location Category: Hybrid Fixed
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued. We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.
In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:
1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week.
3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).
As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits eligible the first of the month coincident with or following your date of hire., designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Summary
Provide project related estimating services to the Lines of Business in managing their business decisions that result in reliable, total project cost estimates. This requires thinking out of the box using strong conceptual, engineering and estimating skills for utility construction projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed and high-level cost estimates for electric transmission, distribution and substation projects.
- Prepare conceptual cost estimates from one-line diagrams , engineering drawings and sketches.
- Perform review of project scope and scope assessments (risk).
- Research, analyze and evaluate information pertaining to technological advancements
- Consults with various businesses, on options, costs and technology/IT alternatives.
- Develop detailed bid estimates, evaluations and analysis to assist in the performance of contractor reviews.
- Communicate with project management and internal stakeholders on proposed changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
- Establish a mechanism to continuously update cost and labor databases.
- Analyze and assess project alternatives to identify most cost effective option.
- Prepare range estimates for ambiguous scope items.
- Directly communicate with industry experts to obtain and evaluate information relating to productivity standards, equipment and technological advances.
- Identification of scope assessment (risk) to determine financial exposure of a project assuring proper funding to complete the project. Provide project team with identification of areas that require increased project control effort to avoid over-expenditures.
- Analyzes and archives project estimate and cost data, establishing a foundation of historical documentation
Job Specific Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a Business discipline
- 8+ years of experience in estimating, scheduling, engineering, business financials, construction, and/or project management
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in estimating
- Previous experience with SAGE Timberline or other Estimating Software is a plus
- Knowledge of electric utility operating policies, processes, and procedures
- Qualified candidates will be able to identify estimate types, classifications, and components
- Familiarity with substation/transmission line equipment and operations
- Able to read/understand electrical one lines
- Ability to prepare conceptual cost estimates from one line diagrams and general arrangement drawings
- Familiarity with the concepts of Work and Cost Breakdown Structures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Adaptable, self-starter who is client-focused and encourages teamwork
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to develop high level, complex estimates
- Interpret and understand project requirements
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record
- Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required
Job Number: 82209-1
Community / Marketing Title: Sr. Estimator
Location_formattedLocationLong: Bethpage, New York US