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Estimating Engineer

  2025-08-05     Apex Systems     Reno,NV  
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Apex Systems is currently hiring for a Estimating Engineer for an on-site position in Reno, Nevada.

For immediate consideration, please apply and send your most up-to-date resume to [email protected]

A client of Apex Systems in the energy and utility sector is hiring an Estimating Engineer to lead cost estimation for utility-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on substation builds and upgrades. This position plays a crucial role in capital planning, project budgeting, and grid interconnection efforts.

Job#: 2082551

Job Description:

Apex Systems is currently hiring for a Estimating Engineer for an on-site position in Reno, Nevada.

For immediate consideration, please apply and send your most up-to-date resume to [email protected]

A client of Apex Systems in the energy and utility sector is hiring an Estimating Engineer to lead cost estimation for utility-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on substation builds and upgrades. This position plays a crucial role in capital planning, project budgeting, and grid interconnection efforts.

Job title: Estimating Engineer

Pay rate: Negotiable, up to $120,000 annually with PTO and benefits

Location: Must be onsite in Reno, NV, no exceptions, relo assistance available if needed

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for utility projects
  • Interpret one-line diagrams, design drawings, and engineering studies
  • Conduct material take-offs and sequence construction planning
  • Maintain historical cost databases and support multi-year financial forecasting
  • Collaborate with engineering, asset management, and project delivery teams
  • Analyze internal versus external build options
  • Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance

Qualifications:

  • Engineering degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with PE license, or 8+ years without PE
  • Proven experience estimating substation projects within the utility sector
  • Strong grasp of cost modeling principles and Excel proficiency
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and scoping documents
  • Familiarity with grid integration and interconnection processes

Preferred Experience:

  • PE license
  • Transmission line, civil, or protection/control design
  • Breaker specs, steel/tariff pricing, contractor bid evaluation
  • Interconnection customer negotiations
  • Knowledge of unit-based estimating frameworks

This is a high-impact opportunity for engineers eager to shape large-scale energy infrastructure and long-term project planning. Candidates must be comfortable working independently—there are currently no estimators on the team.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-###-####.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

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Employment type

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    Full-time

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    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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