Sr Estimator C&I

About the role

The Senior Estimator C&I (Commercial and Industrial) position is responsible for preparing and completing complex, multi-discipline projects and strategizes competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Senior Estimator provides leadership to the estimating group and oversees formal bid reviews.

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 clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, the company offers 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. The Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance. The division also offers design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates per MYR Group policies and procedures
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate in order to prepare quality and accurate estimates for various commercial and industrial projects
• Develop competitive pricing strategies including alternates, value engineering, phasing, and contingency
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and be responsible to solicit quotes; review quote for completeness and conformance with plans and specs
• Lead and guide estimators in producing precise and comprehensive takeoffs
• Direct subcontractor strategies (scope breakdowns, negotiations, and completeness)
• Develop labor productivity and installation unit costs based on projected site conditions and historical data
• Responsible for the timely completion of all client-required documents, along with all required bid submittal documents
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders and incorporate feedback to improve accuracy
• Own bid compliance and final pricing strategy with leadership
• Contribute technical expertise to the bid and proposal process by defining construction methodologies, resource requirements, and execution strategies for each project
• Collaborate with construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
• Preparation and submission of change orders
• Drive ongoing process improvement by applying structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies
• Empower innovation by building a collaborative environment and prioritizing continuous growth
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of the position are to be performed at 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 electrical construction estimating experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field preferred; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Skills

• Knowledgeable of current local and national electrical codes (N.E.C.)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings and documents
• Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Proficient in using computers, Microsoft Office applications, Accubid, and Bluebeam
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven capability to estimate multiple project types and oversee team performance

Pay

Salary $120,000 - $150,000/year, commensurate 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo (low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums); fifteen dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage
• 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 insurance
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance
• 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 employee and dependents