Electrical Associate Estimator I T&D

MYR Group•Marshalltown, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The T&D Associate Estimator I is responsible for various tasks in developing cost estimates for transmission, distribution and substation work. The T&D Associate Estimator I will be a part of our extensive training program to help develop these skills. Established in 1891, The L.E. Myers Co. (L.E. Myers) – the oldest MYR Group Inc. subsidiary – is recognized as a premier electrical contractor of large utility construction projects across the nation. We are proud to offer our employees the opportunity to complete training, projects, and collaborative learning alongside our family of subsidiaries. We offer stability, with long-term clients and continuous expansion, which allows our tenured employees and new team members space to grow. At L.E. Myers, we provide structured and strategic occupational growth opportunities for our valued staff. Comprised of long- and short-tenured employees, we are interactive amongst our growing family of subsidiaries, which allows employees to participate in clean energy projects, as well as complete our long-time transmission and distribution projects.

Requirements

Ability to understand, and/or possess basic knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services - Preferred
High school diploma or GED is required
Proficient in Microsoft applications with emphasis on Excel
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Good 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
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
Strong problem-solving skills
Organizational skills

Responsibilities

Prepare or assist in preparing complete cost estimates for assigned for transmission, distribution and substation projects
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. This involves travel that can require overnight stays
Perform or assist in performing take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
Solicit material vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals including assembly and distribution of project documentation into RFQ/RFP packages
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 lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
Participate in job close-out meetings at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process
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