Estimator

ABOUT THE ROLE

The C&I (Commercial and Industrial) Estimator position is responsible for preparing and completing bid documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. The Estimator is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth.

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.

Essential Functions

• Experience with EV charging infrastructure, commercial electrical construction, design/build projects, or electrical utilities preferred.
• Prepare quality and accurate estimates, per MYR Group policies and procedures, for various commercial and industrial projects
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Request quotes from suppliers for equipment and materials
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and solicit quotes
• Review quotes for completeness with plans and specifications
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
• Responsible for the timely completion of all client-required documents, along with all required bid submittal documents
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Contribute technical expertise to the bid and proposal process by defining construction methodologies, resource requirements, and execution strategies for each project
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
• Preparation and submission of change orders
• Drive ongoing process improvement by applying structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies
• Empower innovation by building a collaborative environment and prioritizing continuous growth
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed at 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

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of estimating experience or experience working on an electrical construction project

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable of current local and national electrical codes (N.E.C.)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings and documents
• Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Proficient in using computers, Microsoft Office applications, Accubid, and Bluebeam
• Strong analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary 
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo – (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).​​​​​​​
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and 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.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.