Estimator II T&D

about the role

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.

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.

• 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
• 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

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

• high school diploma or ged
• bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or similar field; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree

• 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 playerability 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

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