Estimator II T&D

The T&D Estimator II ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The T&D Estimator II is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission, distribution and substation electrical construction projects by collecting and studying cost information, evaluating bid specifications and drawings, and ensuring a successful bid. The T&D Estimator II acts as the lead Estimator for projects and supports other Estimators.

Company Overview

Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (Sturgeon Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider.

Sturgeon Electric’s Transmission and Distribution (T&D) construction division provides a full range of capabilities related to transmission, distribution, substation, and clean energy construction.

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 job site visits
• 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.
• Lead estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Lead the estimating team and manage bidding activities
• Support other Estimators with bidding activities and training
• 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

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience
• Experience in transmission, distribution and/or substation preferred
• Estimating experience in the electrical construction industry preferred

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 understanding 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

Compensation & Benefits

Eligibility:
You will become initially eligible on the first day of the benefit month corresponding to the eligibility month in which you first accumulate at least 125 credited hours. https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./bthw
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