Engineering Estimator - Gas
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is a leader in energy delivery, and they are seeking an Engineering Estimator specializing in cost estimating for Gas Transmission projects. The role involves creating cost estimates for various projects, leading contract negotiations, and providing design support within the Gas Transmission Portfolio Management and Engineering Department. Responsibilities Review design packages including permit and traffic control plans Prepare Class 5 through Class 2 job estimates in accordance with Utility Standards and department guidelines Support Target Price Negotiations with contractors Skills Possess high school diploma or GED equivalent Must have a valid Class C California Driver's License or ability to obtain by first day of employment Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certificate required or two-year technical degree in Drafting, or equivalent (defined as cost estimating, project management, construction management, field engineering or construction estimating) Experience with Autocad (2009 or later version) or Bentley MicroStation Bachelors degree in mechanical, civil or related engineering field or any combination of training, education, and work experience Minimum 1 year experience within construction management, cost estimating, project management or related field Experience with negotiating construction contracts with construction vendors Minimum 1 year of experience with architectural, civil, or mechanical drafting and ability to review and understand architectural/civil plans and mechanical drawings Relevant experience at PG&E or through Hiring Hall Demonstrated experience working with customers on resolving issues or working on projects together Minimum 1 year experience in demonstrating effective project management / process oriented and negotiation skills Intermediate Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Experience with web-based software (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, etc) Familiar with CPUC tariffs (Gas Rule 2, 15, 16) Minimum 1 year of experience using SAP Minimum 1 year of utility operations knowledge and experience Gas design technical skills General gas business knowledge Strong organizational skills Minimum 1 year of knowledge and experience with PG&E gas system and construction standards Familiar with PG&E Green Book requirement to establish gas service Company Overview Pacific Gas and Electric Company, incorporated in California in 1905, is one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States. It was founded in 1905, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Pacific Gas and Electric Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2026, 42 in 2025, 32 in 2024, 14 in 2023, 22 in 2022, 16 in 2021, 18 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.