Transmission & Distribution Estimator - Michels Power, Inc.
About The Position
Strengthening our nation's power grid isn't easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C, or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen. Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute the entire spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects-including the construction of transmission lines and substations, the modernization of distribution systems, and the development of both Oil & Gas facilities and Renewable Energy initiatives. We also restore power after natural disasters strike. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours. As a Transmission & Distribution Estimator, your key responsibilities will be to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received, and work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business. Critical for success are the abilities to produce highly accurate work in a timely manner, maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Communication skills, both oral and written, are a must. A strong understanding and being comfortable working with numbers has been a key success to this role.
Requirements
- Estimating experience or exposure to the electrical/utility industry
- Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
- Solid Microsoft Office experience, with advanced knowledge of Excel
- Ability to travel 25% of the time
Responsibilities
- evaluate bid specifications and drawings
- Follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received
- work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business
- produce highly accurate work in a timely manner
- maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Communication skills, both oral and written
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Legal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
