Estimator, T&D

The Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Estimator is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth while maintaining and growing relationships with internal and external customers and clients. The T&D Estimator is responsible for preparing complete cost estimates as well as responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP's) for  distribution, transmission and substation construction projects. Another key responsibility is the mentoring and training of other Estimators and Estimator Trainees. 

Company Overview

Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group, Inc, has provided comprehensive electrical construction services to clients throughout the western U.S. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both power line construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider.

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

Essential Functions

• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
• Outline and prepare responses to RFP's and RFQ's
• Follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for Estimating
• Develop strategies for being awarded projects
• Help maintain and develop estimating database
• Develop relationships with clients
• Assist other members of the Estimating team with cost estimates and bid package preparation
• Review and evaluate Estimating staff performance
• Act as a first point of contact for members of the Estimating team
• Coordinate with Project Management
• Maintain bid log and report to corporate
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by Purchasing
• Attend on site pre-bid meetings and perform job site visits. This involves travel that can require overnight stays
• Determine constructability requirements via field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
• Prepare and submit change orders
• Follow-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking
• May manage Estimating and BIM departments
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction estimating experience

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents
• Working knowledge of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills
• Team player mentality
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • 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. 
• 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).
• 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.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.