Transmission Line Estimator: Bid Strategy & Field Insights

M.J. Electric; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Disability Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Discounts

Job summary

M. J. Electric, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Transmission Line Estimator in Michigan.

The role focuses on developing cost estimates and resource plans for electrical transmission and distribution projects across the region, collaborating with project teams, vendors, and clients to ensure competitive, accurate bids. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel and estimating software proficiency, the ability to work independently, and a background in engineering or construction

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent preferred.
• 1-5 years of estimating and project management experience in utility substation construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates and resource requirements for electrical transmission and distribution projects.
• Review plans and specs to determine project costs.
• Prepare budgetary estimates from limited information and general scopes.
• Develop detailed lump-sum estimates based on company standards.
• Provide cost judgment to support bids and negotiated contracts.
• Collaborate to maintain historical cost databases and estimating tools.
• Analyze time, equipment, materials and manpower needs for each project.
• Turn over bid documents to Operations in a timely manner.

Skills

Independent work

Meet deadlines

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Persuasive interpersonal skills

Maintain confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Excel

Estimating software

Education

BS/BA in Engineering

Construction Management

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

M. J. Electric, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Transmission Line Estimator in Michigan.

The role focuses on developing cost estimates and resource plans for electrical transmission and distribution projects across the region, collaborating with project teams, vendors, and clients to ensure competitive, accurate bids. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel and estimating software proficiency, the ability to work independently, and a background in engineering or construction