Chief Estimator, C&I
Broadview, Cook County, Illinois, 60155, USA
Listed on 2025-12-29
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Engineering
Estimator, Operations Manager, Civil Engineering
The Chief Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing the Estimating team for various electrical construction projects. This includes administering operating budgets, staffing, work assignments, salary and performance reviews. The Chief Estimator will also support and administer all department standards and procedures as well as be responsible for the final review and approvals of estimate packages. The Chief Estimator will coordinate with the Operations Manager and Division Manager for the selection of projects to pursue.
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 7,900+ employees, MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group and our subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We are contributing to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most notable projects including transmission/distribution/substation, commercial and industrial, storm restoration, and renewable (solar and wind farms) energy. We are consistently recognized as one of the top five specialty electrical construction firms by Engineering News Record and were recently named to Fortune’s 2020 list of 100 Fastest-Growing Companies.
Essential Functions
- Take on leadership functions within the Estimating department
- Review and evaluate requests for estimates, proposals and/or qualifications
- Prepare weekly bid calendar and ensure timely completion of estimates
- Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
- Maintain and improve precision database
- Develop and maintain cost data, including labor and equipment rates, installation methods and production rates
- Develop and maintain estimating procedures and guidelines
- Prepare reports as needed
- Set departmental budget
- Determine constructability requirements
- Lead, direct, and audit the work of assigned staff; act as a mentor
- Advise staff of company policy expectations
- Coordinate employee performance reviews
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new clients
- May develop training requirements for the estimating staff
- 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 Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Lead or Senior level Estimator
10+ years of experience within the construction industry
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Working knowledge of the N.E.C. and local codes
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software
- Team player with excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
- Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other documents
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation c ommensurate 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.
- Two days per week remote work option for non-field roles depending on position and performance.
- Medical , Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - $15 weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
- Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
- Thrive Pass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - $250 quarterly, $1,000 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural…
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