Project Estimator - Project Estimator Principle - AEP Transmission Estimating Department

Responsibilities

• Job Description

Requirements

• Support project sponsors in development of conceptual estimates; collaborate with engineering, project management, and other stakeholders in the development of the detailed project scope of work; prepare detailed project cost estimates based on the approved scope of work.
• Develop and analyze historical records of project costs; review and critique designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives when appropriate.
• Adhere to standard processes and procedures for estimating; review estimate basis and assumptions for completeness and reasonableness. Work with functional departments and service organization to develop services labor estimates.
• Provide technical direction and guidance regarding estimate approach/development, assumptions/qualifications and resolution of estimate issues.
• Assist with maintaining the integrity of the estimating software and associated resource and assembly cost data.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policy.
• What You'll Get:
• Estimator (SG-6): ( $73,828 - $92,284)
• Education & Experience requirements are listed below:
• 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.
• Estimator Sr (SG7): ($86,783 - $108,840)
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management or related field of study PLUS a minimum of four (4) year of experience in engineering, design, estimating, project management, or construction execution.
• Associate's Degree in a related field of study PLUS 6 years experience in engineering, design, project management, estimating, or construction execution.
• Estimator Prin (SG8): ($98,032 - $127,439)
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management or related field of study PLUS a minimum of six (6) years of experience in engineering, design, estimating, project management, or construction execution.
• Associate's Degree in a related field of study PLUS 8 years experience in engineering, design, project management, estimating, or construction execution.
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Physical demand level is Sedentary.
• 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 prior

Additional Information

Job Posting End Date 07-10-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Note: This is an onsite position and will be hired either at the Roanoke or New Albany office. The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees....the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We're passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We're powering the future - today! Join our team where you'll make an impact while contributing to the development and implementation of the systems and infrastructure needed to efficiently deliver energy services to our valued customers.

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