Estimator I T&D

Great Southwestern Construction; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Educational assistance

Job summary

Great Southwestern Construction in Colorado is seeking a T&D Estimator I to prepare cost estimates for transmission, distribution, and substation electrical construction projects, ensuring competitiveness and profitability. The role requires analyzing drawings, coordinating with vendors, and supporting bids from start to close-out.

Travel to field sites may be required. The successful candidate will work within MS Office and estimating software, aligning with our safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze electrical drawings to develop estimates.
• Knowledge of electrical materials and installation methods.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for transmission, distribution and substation projects.
• Develop complex estimates with minimal errors.
• Solicit vendor pricing and prepare RFQ/RFP packages.
• Assist in bid/proposal preparation and reviews.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and field walks as required.

Skills

Electrical drawings analysis

Cost estimating

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cost estimating software

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The T&D Estimator I is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The T&D Estimator I is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission, distribution and substation electrical construction projects.

Company Overview

Established in 1977, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc. (Great Southwestern) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - has successfully completed hundreds of transmission, distribution, substation, live line, and clean energy projects nationwide. We are well positioned as a contractor of choice for providing transmission, distribution, and substation construction, telecommunication systems, maintenance, and emergency restoration services. Weutilizeourwell-established, long-standing reputation to create enduring relationships. We have built this reputation by meeting the needs of our clients and team members in a safe and innovative work atmosphere.

Our leadership team is second to none in providingsupportandopportunitiesfor growth, with over half of our senior management team having been promoted within the company. We believe in creating a balanced work-life environment built on our culture and values of safety, integrity, respect, and initiative. With industry leading benefits and compensation, weshowcasethe true value of our craft workers and truly put our People First. Are you ready to grow?

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 travel/overnight stays
• 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.
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Perform operational contract redlines and coordinate with the legal department, and understand how contractual items affect the bid/work
• Prepare billing per customer requirements, and execute change orders
• Create/utilize a construction schedule
• Participate in job close-out meetings at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• 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

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience or relevant construction experience

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar field; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in analyzing 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $76,377-$129,077 / 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.
• 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.

  This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.

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 1-855-635-1321.

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.