Job Description

About the Role:

The Estimator I is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Estimator I is responsible for cost estimates for various electrical construction projects. The role is responsible for analyzing blueprints, specifications, quotes, and other documentation to prepare an all-inclusive quality and accurate bid submission.

 

Company Overview

 

Since 1940, Harlan Electric has provided electric utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, government agencies, and private developers with the resources and experience necessary to execute successful transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable energy projects. We are proud of our outstanding safety culture, built on tenacious management commitment, employee participation, training programs, and continuous improvement. We strive for greatness by keeping our mission, vision, values, and operating principles at the center of everything we do. Our specialized expertise, skilled workforce, and innovative practices enable us to be an industry leader supporting the clean energy transformation.

 

Accountabilities

 

• Complete and thorough take-off and cost development

• Estimating process adherence – bid reviews, clarifications, contract reviews, etc.

• Initial project schedules.

• Subcontractor/vendor coordination and best pricing at bid time.

Essential Functions

• Prepare complete cost estimates for substation construction projects
• Understand and monitor program of work to ensure estimates are completed prior to deadlines
• Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life-cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
• Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
• Follow-up at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable

About You:

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of Estimating experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Good knowledge of local electrical codes
• Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents
• Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills
• Team player mentality
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
• Comprehensive benefits package  - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo – (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) -  Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program  - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual   Paid Time Off   starting at  15 days plus 10 paid Holidays  (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous  401(k) Plan with  100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting , and   Annual profit-sharing   potential.
• Superior educational assistance program  (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).  ​​​​​​​
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.

 

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

 

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

 

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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Job Tags

Weekly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, For subcontractor, Local area, Immediate start, Work visa,

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