Jr. Project Manager/Estimator

  • Power Corporation of America
  • Lancaster, Kentucky
  • Full Time

Company Overview:

Southeast Power Corporation is a leading provider of high-voltage transmission, substation, and distribution construction services.

www.southeastpower.com

Position Summary:

We are looking for a JR. Project Manager/Estimator with some knowledge and experience in transmission & distribution preferred. Under general supervision, the right candidate will be trained in the organization and oversight of ensuring projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The perfect candidate will be well-versed in:

  • Microsoft Project
  • Basic scheduling
  • Supporting Project Manager with daily operational tasks
  • Administrative and logistical project support

The goal is to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget.

This is a full-time, entry level position located in Lancaster, KY and will require business-related travel throughout the surrounding areas. Candidates must be located in, or willing to re-locate to Lancaster, KY.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain relationships with 3rd parties/vendors.
  • Willingness and ability to establish labor, equipment, material and sub contractor requirements based on project need.
  • Help develop, coordinate and review work plans.
  • Assist in assigning work activities and projects.
  • Help identify opportunities for improving service methods and procedures.
  • Attending pre-bid meetings and job walks to help determine scope of work and requirements.
  • Participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget.
  • Willing to learn how to forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies
  • Has a drive to stay informed of new trends and innovations in the utility construction industry
  • Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimate by working with operations and project management during estimate preparation.
  • Participation in the bid review process.
  • Create & submit estimate reports/bids to appropriate persons (PMs, clients, bidding competitions etc.).
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Meet budgetary objectives & make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
  • Develop spreadsheets, diagrams & process maps to document needs.
  • Track performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short- & long-term goals.
  • Able to read and understand specifications and other documentations necessary for preparing proposals.
  • Performs other related and assigned duties as required

Position Requirements:

  • Graduated with a BS in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or like field. (Field experience may be substituted for formal education)
  • Expert knowledge with Microsoft Office; especially Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of people
  • Some electrical transmission and/or distribution experience preferred.
  • Ability to problem solve and think analytically in a fast-paced environment
  • Willing to submit and pass a pre-employment drug screen
  • Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Ability to understand and communicate information
  • Able to travel
  • Possess valid drivers license
  • Must have acceptable MVR
  • We participate in E-Verify

General Requirements:

  • Work in a team environment.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Time management; prioritizing work and documenting tasks.
  • Work in a safe manner at all times. This includes wearing &utilizing all required safety PPE with situational awareness, driving safely, and following all safety rules.
  • Punctual for all meetings.
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS office, is essential.
  • Willingness to learn, adapt and grow in a fast-paced construction environment.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Vacation time
  • Company pick-up truck, laptop, phone
  • Health, Dental, Vision packages
  • 401K opt-in

Power Corporation of America/Southeast Power Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID: 488013592
Originally Posted on: 8/4/2025

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