SENIOR ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR

Job Title: Senior Electrical Estimator

Work Location: Denver, CO-Hybrid Work Schedule

City Light & Power, Inc. (CLP) is looking for a seasoned Senior Electrical Estimator to help power the future of critical energy infrastructure. If you’re driven by complex technical challenges and want to contribute to projects that enhance grid resilience, reliability, and national security, this is a high‑impact opportunity to do meaningful work. We deliver mission‑critical electrical infrastructure for federal installations, municipalities, and major public‑power clients. Your work directly supports:

• Microgrids powering military resilience
• Utility distribution upgrades strengthening communities
• High‑voltage systems that modernize the national grid

As a Senior Electrical Estimator you’ll lead the development of competitive, accurate estimates for EPC microgrid, distribution, and high‑voltage substation projects. Your expertise in MV/HV systems, civil scopes, and construction methodologies will directly influence win strategies, cost accuracy, and overall project success. With long‑term contracts, a strong project pipeline, and a reputation for excellence, CLP offers both stability and room to advance.

At CLP and our sister company, CLP Engineering, you’ll join a team recognized by The Denver Post as a 2025 Top Workplace—a testament to our culture of collaboration, innovation, and long‑term employee growth.

Joining CLP means contributing to projects with real‑world impact, working alongside industry experts, and being part of a company that values technical excellence, innovation, and long‑term career growth.

What you'll do:

• Lead the full estimating process for EPC microgrid, substation, and distribution projects
• Evaluate RFPs and prepare all required proposal documents
• Develop complete project cost estimates, including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor pricing
• Prepare subcontractor bid packages and evaluate competitive proposals
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings, site visits, and constructability reviews
• Build and maintain databases for pricing, unit costs, labor productivity, and vendor data
• Interface cross‑functionally with engineering, procurement, and PM teams to ensure accuracy
• Identify value‑engineering opportunities and recommend cost‑effective solutions
• Review proposals and schedules for compliance and completeness
• Lead pre‑proposal risk analysis and mitigation strategies
• Prepare pre‑proposal schedules and assist with proposal writing
• Support project turnover post‑award
• Perform other estimating and pre‑construction duties as needed

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What you bring:

• Ten (10+) years of electrical estimating or construction project management experience;
• Strong experience with power generation, BESS, substation, T&D, or microgrid experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting EPC projects, renewable integration (solar/BESS), or Army Corps/government/utility‑scale infrastructure is a plus.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills required; ability to manage and maintain complex cost databases.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, one‑line diagrams, civil plans, specifications, and bid documents with a high degree of technical accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Experience with estimating software is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to resolve technical issues, prepare clear reports, and engage vendors and subcontractors effectively.
• Ability to travel (overnight) up to 25%

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel is required.

Benefits & Compensation:

• We offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.
• Salary: $100,000 - $120,000/year based on experience plus eligible to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan.
  • We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex.

To learn more visit our website at www.clpinc.com

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.