Transmission & Distribution Estimator - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Training and career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading power delivery contractor is seeking a Transmission & Distribution Estimator to join their team in Harrisburg, PA. In this role, you'll evaluate bids, coordinate with subcontractors, and collaborate closely with Project Management teams to ensure successful project execution. The ideal candidate should have estimating experience in the electrical industry, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Join us to contribute to essential energy infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in the electrical or utility industry is preferred.
• Valid driver license and acceptable driving record required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings.
• Coordinate submissions with subcontractors.
• Collaborate with Project Management teams.

Skills

Estimating experience

Microsoft Office experience

Numerical proficiency

Tools

Excel

Job description

Harrisburg, PA

Overview

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C, or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute the entire spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects—including the construction of transmission lines and substations, the modernization of distribution systems, and the development of both Oil & Gas facilities and Renewable Energy initiatives. We also restore power after natural disasters strike.

Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

As a Transmission & Distribution 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.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings to determine requirements for bidding and project execution.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure timely bid submissions.
• Collaborate with Project Management teams to monitor bids and budgets.
• Maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Apply numerical proficiency to bid analysis and budgeting.

Why Michels Power

• Engineering News-Record ranks us the No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution contractor in the U.S.
• We’re a national leader in substation and transmission construction with a long track record of success.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• We are family owned and operated.
• 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.
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting 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)

What it takes

• Estimating experience or exposure to the electrical/utility industry
• 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
• Occasional travel for bid reviews and site visits

Join a career with Michels Power

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

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