Estimator - Michels Underground Cable, Inc

Michels; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

FSA/HSA

Disability Insurance

Legal Assistance and Identity Theft

Training & Career Development ($5,000/

Job summary

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring complete bid packages for projects in the electrical infrastructure space.

You will coordinate with subcontractors and project teams to refine bids and budgets, maintaining accuracy and timeliness. The role requires a degree in Construction Management or Engineering, strong numeric and Excel skills, and the ability to travel about 25% of the time, with clear communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering required.
• Estimating experience or exposure to electrical/utility industries preferred.
• Strong numerical and Excel proficiency.
• Willingness to travel ~25% of time.
• Excellent oral and written communication required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings to ensure complete bid packages.
• Follow up with subcontractors to secure bids and ensure timely submissions.
• Collaborate with Project Management to review bids and budgets.
• Maintain high accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.

Skills

Estimating

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Numbers / financial aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the electrical grid, delivering reliable communication networks, and integrating renewable energy into our existing systems.

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is one of the most trusted underground line and duct bank contractors in the United States. We do it all – from directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable.

Our work improves lives. Discover how a career at Michels Underground Cable, Inc. can change yours.

Position Summary

As an Estimator, your key responsibilities will be to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received, and work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business. Critical for success are the abilities to produce highly accurate work in a timely manner, maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Communication skills, both oral and written, are a must. A strong understanding and being comfortable working with numbers has been a key success to this role.

• Customers trust us to build cables that will be out of sight, but in high demand
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• Family‑owned and operated organization with long‑term stability
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.
• We perform high-impact, essential work that supports homes, businesses, and communities.
• A culture where everyone shares responsibility for safety, regardless of title
• We’re part of the Michels family of companies—one of North America’s largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:
• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans
  Benefits may vary based on position and location

Why You?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value‑driven people.
• You thrive on new challenges and evolving technologies.
• You think “we’ve always done it this way” is not a good enough reason.
• You want to know your efforts are recognized and appreciated.
• You like making your own decisions—with the right support.
• You want to be part of a team that improves lives through essential infrastructure.

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of both
• Estimating experience or exposure to the electrical/utility industry or data centers
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
• Solid Microsoft Office experience, with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Ability to travel 25% of the time

Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Underground Cable, Inc.— where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.