Estimator I or II C&I
About The Position
The Estimator I or II is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Estimator is responsible for cost estimates for various electrical construction projects. Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (Sturgeon Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider. Sturgeon Electric’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance to clients. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 - 3 years of Estimating experience for the Estimator I
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of Estimating experience for the Estimator II
- 3–4 years of experience as an Apprentice or Journeyman will be considered in lieu of the estimating requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
- Knowledgeable of the N.E.C and local codes
- Able 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
Nice To Haves
- Estimating experience in industrial, high‑tech manufacturing, hospital, data center, and/or wastewater and water treatment plant projects is preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
- Coordinate with project management
- Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
- Determine constructability requirements via field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel
- Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
- Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
- Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
- Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
- Preparation and submission of change orders
- Follow-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking
- 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, if applicable
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Teledoc
- Hearing
- Prescriptions
- Mental Health
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Short Term Disability
- Retiree Coverage
- Life Insurance
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days
- 10 paid Holidays
- Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%
- Annual profit-sharing potential
- Superior educational assistance program
- Company-paid short and long-term disability
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
