Sr. Estimator

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sr Estimator is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth while maintaining and growing relationships with internal and external customers and clients. The Sr Estimator is responsible for preparing complete cost estimates as well as responses to Requests for Proposals (RFO's) for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. Another key responsibility is the mentoring and training of Estimators and Estimator Trainees.

Huen Electric, Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, is a leading electrical construction firm with offices in Illinois, New Jersey, and New York. Established in 1983, Huen Electric has earned a reputation as a dynamic, proactive, and resourceful electrical contractor. Huen Electric has extensive experience completing successful electrical construction projects and telecommunications for general contractors, commercial and industrial facility owners, local governments, and developers.

Huen Electric also provides design/assist expertise, from the preparation of cost estimates and controls to value engineering and preconstruction planning.

• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
• Outline and prepare responses to RFP's and RFQ's
• Follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for Estimating
• Develop strategies for being awarded projects
• Help maintain and develop estimating database
• Develop relationships with clients
• Assist other members of the Estimating team with cost estimates and bid package preparation
• Review and evaluate Estimating staff performance
• Act as a first point of contact for members of the Huen team
• Coordinate with Project Management
• Assist in maintaining bid log and report to corporate
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by Purchasing or Project Management
• Determine constructability requirements via field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
• Prepare and submit change orders (as required when supporting project management)
• Follow-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed at 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, if applicable

• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction estimating experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

• Working knowledge of local electrical codes
• Proven ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents
• Working knowledge of electrical materials and methods of installation
• General knowledge of engineered material costs
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, Bluebeam, Accubid and/or other estimating software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills
• Team player mentality
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently

• Salary is 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.
• Medical
  , Vision, Dental, Regenexx, Hearing Care, Teledoc, Mental Health, Prescriptions (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums).
• Thrive Pass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program –…