ABOUT THE ROLEThe T&D Estimator I is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The T&D Estimator I is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission, distribution and substation electrical construction projects.
Essential Functions- Complete cost estimates for assigned projects, with definable work tasks for transmission, distribution and substation projects
- Develop complex estimates with minor errors/omissions
- Utilize previous work/bidding history to establish production assumptions
- Track and compare project histories to produce up to date man hours and cost
- Plan and execute work while meeting customer defined submission deadlines
- Schedule and attend field job walk with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to determine constructability requirements
- Attend on site pre-bid meetings and perform job site visits.
- Field job walks and pre-bid meeting may require travel/overnight stays
- Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors
- Perform accurate material takeoffs to supply to vendor for pricing
- Solicit material vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals, including assembly and distribution of project documentation into RFQ/RFP packages
- Prepare commercial aspects of proposals, including work plans, clarifications/exceptions, etc.
- Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
- Perform operational contract redlines and coordinate with the legal department, and understand how contractual items affect the bid/work
- Prepare billing per customer requirements, and execute change orders
- Create/utilize a construction schedule
- Participate in job close-out meetings at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process
- Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards
ABOUT YOUQualifications- Minimum 2 years of estimating experience or relevant construction experience
Preferred Education- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar field; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Proficient in analyzing construction and electrical drawings to accurately formulate an estimate
- Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills, including verbal, and written
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities as necessary
- Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
- Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
- Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently
WHAT WE OFFERCompensation & Benefits- Salary $76,377-$129,077 / year
- Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
- Dental - 100% employer-paid premium.
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
- Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
- Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
- Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
- Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
