Role Description American Power Utilities (APU) is expanding and building a team of experienced utility construction professionals to support our continued growth. We are hiring a Substation Estimator/Project Manager to play a critical role in winning and delivering complex infrastructure projects. In this role, you’ll lead the development of accurate, competitive estimates and support execution across high-voltage substation and transmission work. You’ll have the opportunity to impact projects from preconstruction through delivery, working on essential power infrastructure including: - Substations - Transmission foundations - Battery energy storage (BESS) - System upgrades What you'll do: - Lead the estimating process for utility infrastructure projects, from initial review through final bid submission - Evaluate RFPs, drawings, and specifications to define project scope, risks, and pricing approach - Develop complete cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor scope - Prepare and manage subcontractor bid packages; solicit, evaluate, and level vendor proposals - Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and constructability reviews - Partner with engineering, procurement, and operations to ensure estimate accuracy and alignment with execution plans - Perform other estimating and pre‑construction duties as needed - Identify value engineering opportunities and recommend cost-effective solutions - Perform risk analysis and support development of mitigation strategies - Prepare proposal materials, schedules, and pricing narratives as needed - Support project handoff to operations and contribute through early-stage project execution as needed - Maintain estimating tools, cost data, and vendor relationships to support ongoing competitiveness - Perform other preconstruction and project support duties as needed - Other duties as assigned *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications - 8–10+ years of experience in electrical estimating, construction, or project management within the utility or energy infrastructure space - Experience supporting substation, transmission & distribution (T&D), BESS, power generation, or similar infrastructure projects strongly preferred - Ability to interpret engineering drawings, one-line diagrams, civil plans, and specifications with a high degree of accuracy - Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and cost drivers for utility infrastructure - Experience developing detailed cost estimates and managing multiple bids simultaneously - Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating tools; experience building cost databases is a plus - Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across internal teams and external partners - Ability and willingness to travel to project sites and pre-bid meetings as needed Requirements - You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. - Valid driver’s license and ability to travel is required. Benefits - Excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance - Dental insurance - Life insurance - 401k with company contribution - Paid time off and paid holidays - Salary: $120,000 - $150,000/year based on experience We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

• Translating executive vision and company goals into a coherent project portfolio, ensuring the PM team is working on the right things • Owning the overall portfolio inclusive of budget, communicating portfolio status, risks, and recommendations/solutions in business terms • Maintaining visibility across all projects — tracking health, timelines, budgets, and interdependencies • Setting the overall delivery strategy, methodology standards, and governance frameworks • Driving continuous improvement in how projects are scoped, planned, and delivered • Establishing reporting cadences, tooling standards, and PM playbooks • Championing the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies — including AI, automation, and intelligent tooling — to drive operational efficiencies across the PM function • Leveraging AI-powered forecasting tools to improve project timeline accuracy, resource planning, and risk prediction • Identifying and eliminating manual, repetitive PM processes through automation (reporting, status updates, scheduling, etc.) • Staying current on the evolving technology landscape and bringing forward-looking recommendations to leadership • Leading change management efforts when introducing new tools or platforms to the PM team • Conduct retros to own lessons-learned processes to ensure future improvements • Hiring, supervising, and mentoring PMs — building their skills in stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and delivery execution • Conducting performance reviews, setting career development paths, and managing succession planning • Monitor performance (daily, weekly, monthly, and bi-annually), coach, develop, and review performance to achieve established goals • Resolving escalations and removing blockers that PMs can't handle at their level • Delegating work load effectively to balance workloads across the PM team to avoid burnout or underutilization • Supervise implementation of new technologies, staying abreast of current customer service process/expectations as developed • Understand product offerings and updates, understanding changes and how it affects implementation • Serving as the key liaison between the PM team and senior leadership, the board, or clients • Building trust with cross-functional leaders (Engineering, Finance, Product, etc.)

• Be responsible for on-time project delivery, profit & loss accountability, and customer satisfaction through management of project related activities and resources • Assist Project Director in organizing project cost structure in Oracle ERP • Participate in customer, internal, and/or supplier project kickoff meetings and support the Project Director with preparation & coordination of customer, internal, and/or supplier kickoff meetings • Develop and maintain a project roster including assigning and monitoring timely completion of project related training activities • Support the development & issuance of the Project Management Plan & related project plans and project procedures; promotes the implementation of project plans and project procedures across the larger project team • Support the development and deployment of project infrastructure and project tools • Ensure compliance with U. S. government requirements as applicable • Support coordination of project activities; monitor and control progress on project deliverables • Ensure the conformance of project deliverables with contract and project requirements • Organize and archive project correspondence and records consistent with Project Configuration Management Plan • Lead, draft, and issue project management meeting notes, action item lists, and project progress reports

• Be responsible for on-time project delivery, profit & loss accountability, and customer satisfaction through management of project related activities and resources. • Assist Project Director in organizing project cost structure in Oracle ERP. • Participate in customer, internal, and/or supplier project kickoff meetings and support the Project Director with preparation & coordination of customer, internal, and/or supplier kickoff meetings. • Develop and maintain a project roster including assigning and monitoring timely completion of project related training activities. • Develop and issue the Project Management Plan and related project plans and project procedures; facilitate the implementation of project plans and project procedures across the larger project team. • Support the development and deployment of project infrastructure and project tools. • Ensure compliance with U. S. export control and other requirements as applicable. • Support coordination of project activities; monitor and control progress on project deliverables • Ensure the conformance of project deliverables with contract and project requirements. • Organize and archive project correspondence and records consistent with Project Configuration Management Plan. • Lead, draft, and issue project management meeting notes, action item lists, and project progress reports.