T&D Estimator I — Electrical Power Projects

MYR Group Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Teledoc access

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellness program

Education assistance

Disability insurance

Travel insurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

High Country Line Construction, Inc. is seeking a T&D Estimator I to prepare cost estimates for transmission, distribution and substation projects. The role supports competitiveness, profitability, and growth across a nationwide project portfolio.

You will develop complex estimates, analyze bidding history, and coordinate with suppliers and customers. Travel for on-site pre-bid meetings and field walks may be required as part of the job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 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
• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

High Country Line Construction, Inc. is seeking a T&D Estimator I to prepare cost estimates for transmission, distribution and substation projects. The role supports competitiveness, profitability, and growth across a nationwide project portfolio.

You will develop complex estimates, analyze bidding history, and coordinate with suppliers and customers. Travel for on-site pre-bid meetings and field walks may be required as part of the job responsibilities.