Senior Estimator T&D

MYR Group•Castle Rock, CO

About The Position

The Senior Estimator for Transmission and Distribution (T&D) prepares complete cost estimates and responses to requests for proposals for large transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects. The role supports competitiveness, profitability, and growth while maintaining and developing relationships with internal and external customers and clients. The Senior Estimator also mentors and trains Estimators. The position involves preparing labor and material estimates, bid submittals, work plans, schedules, clarifications, and change orders; evaluating project documents and constructability; coordinating with clients, project management, legal, construction personnel, and other estimating staff; and supporting cost tracking through project closeout. Field work, site visits, pre-bid meetings, and overnight travel may be required. Essential functions are performed at a company-designated office or field location, with regular and predictable attendance. Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc., provides transmission, distribution, substation, telecommunications, maintenance, and emergency restoration services. The company describes its work environment as focused on safety, innovation, work-life balance, and its values of safety, integrity, respect, and initiative.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of estimating experience.
Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, and mechanical plans and specifications, including drawings, proposals, and other relevant documents.
Working knowledge of electrical materials and installation methods.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to prepare work plans for transmission, substation, and distribution scopes of work.
Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods for transmission, substation, and distribution scopes of work, including materials and subcontracted scopes.
Ability to identify risks and plan mitigation for estimate preparation.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
Ability to work independently and stay on task for extended periods.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer; MYR Group does not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates.
Outline and prepare responses to requests for proposals.
Complete cost estimates for assigned transmission, distribution, and substation projects, defining work tasks.
Perform field take-offs and evaluations for estimate preparation.
Prepare comprehensive bid submittals, including work plans, schedules, and clarifications.
Develop strategies to win project awards.
Help maintain and develop the estimating database.
Develop relationships with clients.
Assist other estimating team members with cost estimates and bid package preparation.
Contribute to and review and evaluate estimating staff performance.
Compare project documents for accuracy and consistency.
Perform operational contract redlines, coordinate with the legal department, and understand how contractual items affect the bid and work.
Determine constructability requirements through field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel.
Attend on-site pre-bid meetings and visit job sites; field walks and pre-bid meetings may involve travel and overnight stays.
Lead the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate with Project Management.
Prepare and submit change orders.
Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle with tracking and understanding cost estimates.
Follow up at project completion to close estimating-process loops, including invoicing and cost tracking.
Communicate project status and changes with field supervision.
Ensure profitability and growth.
Evaluate potential value-engineering cost savings and prepare supporting documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and applicable industry-specific professional and ethical standards.

Benefits

Medical coverage and related benefits, including basic vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, hearing, and mental health coverage; the posting states a $15 weekly premium for employee-only or employee-plus-family coverage.
Dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program, with $1,200 annually for health- and wellbeing-related purchases.
Paid time off starting at 15 days annually.
10 paid holidays, including a floating Cultural Celebration Day.
401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and potential annual profit sharing.
Educational assistance program supporting educational costs and internal training.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Voluntary supplemental vision, accident, critical illness, identity theft, group legal, group auto and home, and additional life insurance plans for employees and dependents.