Estimator, Transmission, Distribution and Substation

About The Role

MYR Group Inc. and our family of specialty electrical construction companies are looking for skilled T&D Estimators to join our growing team! 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. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis — there is no deadline to apply.

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

Essential Functions of this Position

• Are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location

About You

• 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
• PREFERRED EDUCATION
• A high school diploma or GED required
• A 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

What We Offer

• Career Path
• Compensation & Benefits
• Salary
• $75,000 / $155,000 year
• Commensurate with experience and location, paid weekly
• Benefits Package
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars 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)
• Variety of 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