Senior Substation Estimator — Bid & Budget Lead

Michels Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan

Legal plan

Identity theft monitoring

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Michels Pacific Energy, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to evaluate bid specs and drawings, ensuring bids are complete for substation projects. You will coordinate with subcontractors and PM teams to follow up on bids and budgets.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and solid numerical skills. Requires a 4-year degree in a related field and at least 5 years of substation estimating experience. On-site position in California.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of substation estimating experience
• Experience in utility construction estimating
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings to bid and win projects
• Follow up with subcontractors to ensure bids are received
• Collaborate with Project Management to monitor bids and budgets
• Review bid requirements for projects around $500K or less

Skills

Utility construction estimating

Substation estimating

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Michels Pacific Energy, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to evaluate bid specs and drawings, ensuring bids are complete for substation projects. You will coordinate with subcontractors and PM teams to follow up on bids and budgets.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and solid numerical skills. Requires a 4-year degree in a related field and at least 5 years of substation estimating experience. On-site position in California.