Southern Company
Project Estimator - Fossil/Hydro/Renewables (Birmigham, AL)
Birmingham, AL
Jul 10, 2025
Full-time
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Project Estimator – Fossil / Hydro / Renewables

This posting serves to fill one (1) Project Estimator position located in Birmingham, AL

 Summary of Position Duties:

The Project Estimator will perform estimating efforts on assigned engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) projects and will collaborate with other project team members to manage the development of estimates.  Job responsibilities in this position include but are not limited to:

  • Providing project cost estimates and variance analyses.  
  • Monitoring adherence to project scope and adjusting estimates due to change orders, work plan changes, etc.
  • Maintaining a level of consistency and standardization on all projects.
  • Establishing and maintaining a close working relationship with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Startup and other departmental personnel
  • Travel within assigned region as required (up to 25%). 

Education & Job Experience:

  • College diploma or University degree in engineering (ABET accredited) or building science preferred or equivalent experience working in an estimating or projects environment.
  • Project Controls experience on EPC projects is a plus.
  • Project experience in the utility industry is a plus.
  • Design of electric generating plant infrastructure and/or systems is a plus.
  • Experience with WinEst is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent computer skills including all Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge in use of database programs a plus.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
  • Have knowledge and ability to estimate all disciplines including mechanical, electrical, civil and instrumentation & controls.
  • Self-motivated with attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to perform all job requirements with minimal supervision.
  • Solid understanding of estimating and material take-off techniques, unit price cost data, AACE classes of estimates, work breakdown structures (WBS), and estimating database use.
  • Knowledge of estimating software and tools; (WinEst experience highly preferred).
  • Knowledge of risk analysis, contingency, and escalation assessment.
  • Understanding of heavy industrial construction procedures and methods and the impact of market conditions on project costs to properly reflect in estimate.
  • Exhibit ability to work closely with project and construction managers, procurement, and departmental members to ensure consistency and standardization on all projects.

Behavioral Attributes:

  • Demonstrates Our Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act With Integrity, and Superior Performance.
  • Must be a team player and work well with others.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Excellent benefits packages which include: 
    • Medical and dental coverage
    • Defined Benefit Pension plan
    • Performance-sharing plan
    • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
    • Bonus opportunities
    • Tuition Reimbursement

***Please be sure to submit an updated resume with your application.***

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Project Estimator - Fossil/Hydro/Renewables (Birmigham, AL)
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