Estimator, Transmission, Distribution and Substation

This posting represents an ongoing talent pipeline for T&D Estimator roles across MYR Group and its subsidiaries in locations nationwide. While a specific opening may not be available in your location today, your application will be reviewed for current and future opportunities as they arise.

About the role

As a T&D Estimator, you will ensure competitiveness, profitability, and growth by preparing cost estimates for transmission, distribution, and substation electrical construction projects. You will act as the lead Estimator for projects and support other Estimators.

Responsibilities

• 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 costs.
• Plan and execute work while meeting customer-defined submission deadlines.
• Schedule and attend field job walks with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to determine constructability requirements.
• Attend on-site pre-bid meetings and perform job site visits.
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors.
• Perform accurate material takeoffs to supply to vendors 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 the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead the estimating team and manage bidding activities.
• Support other Estimators with bidding activities and training.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience for an Estimator I.
• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience for an Estimator II.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical construction estimating experience for a Senior Estimator.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field preferred; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree.

Skills

• 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, both 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.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, management, vendors, clients, and others.
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods while working independently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, hearing, and mental health benefits with low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums.
• $15 weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program – $1,200 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.

Pay

Salary range: $75,000 – $155,000 per year, commensurate with experience and location, paid weekly.