Estimator Trainee I

MYR Group•Henderson, CO

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator Trainee I is responsible for various tasks within project cost estimation for electrical construction. This position is generally based in one district during six months of training and may be relocated to various projects as needed. Company Overview 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

Proficient in Microsoft applications
Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills
Team player mentality
Experience with construction drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Responsibilities

Prepare/assist in preparing complete cost estimates for assigned projects (utility construction or commercial & industrial)
Understand and monitor program scope of work to ensure estimates are completed prior to deadlines
Schedule and attend field job walk with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to determine constructability requirements
Perform/assist in performing take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
May solicit material vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals including assembly and distribution of project documentation in to 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
May 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, if applicable.