Estimator I T&D

High Country Line Construction; Utah; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits package

ThrivePass health reimbursement

Paid time off: 15 days + 10 holidays

401(k) with 100% match up to 6%

Educational assistance

Disability and life insurance

Travel accident insurance

Voluntary plans

Job summary

High Country Line Construction is seeking a T&D Estimator I to prepare cost estimates for transmission, distribution and substation projects. This role supports achieving profitability and growth by leveraging bid history, scheduling, and vendor pricing.

Travel for site visits and pre-bid meetings may be required. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of estimating or construction experience, with a strong grasp of electrical systems and proficient MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience or relevant construction experience.
• Proficient in analyzing construction and electrical drawings to estimate accurately.
• Knowledgeable of electrical materials and installation methods.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks under time pressure.
• Self-motivated, proactive and a team player.
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Complete cost estimates for transmission, distribution and substation projects.
• Develop complex estimates with minor errors/omissions.
• Use historical data to establish production assumptions.
• Track project history for up-to-date hours and costs.
• Attend field walks and pre-bid meetings to determine constructability.
• Solicit material pricing and subcontractor proposals for RFQ/RFPs.
• Prepare the commercial aspects of proposals and change orders.
• Create and maintain construction schedules.
• Participate in bid reviews and project close-out discussions.

Skills

Electrical drawings analysis

Electrical materials knowledge

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Time management

Self-motivation

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Relevant experience in lieu of degree

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 2013, High Country Line Construction, Inc. (High Country) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - has successfully completed transmission, distribution, foundation, substation, and clean energy projects across the United States. We deliver a complete range of services, including powerline construction, infrastructure, and emergency restoration. High Country possesses the expertise to provide high-voltage electrical construction services to utility and private developers nationwide.

We are committed to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and the communities in which we operate. We are passionate about equipping our employees with knowledge and tools to support their growth and sharing our knowledge and expertise with industry partners while building safe, superior electrical infrastructure. We are also a certified member of Gold Shovel Standard (GSS), a member-driven, non-profit organization committed to improving workforce and public safety at excavation sites. We are a proud signatory member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

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 commensurate with experience, paid weekly via direct deposit.
• 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- Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• AnnualPaid Time Offstarting at15 days plus 10 paid Holidays(our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous401(k) Plan with100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, andAnnual profit-sharingpotential.
• 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.
• 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.

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.