MYR Group - Sturgeon Electric, FT Estimator Position, Tempe, AZ

MYR Group is looking for an Estimator with estimating experience within the electrical construction of Transmission lines, Distribution lines and Substation projects for our Tempe, AZ office.  If a candidate has Project Management experience (same industry niche) or are Project Managers who can also estimate that will work too.  We are looking to find someone with 5 years of experience.   Candidates can apply directly on the site at this link: http://myrgroupjobs.iapplicants.com/ViewJob-232087.html or visit www.myrgroup.com. 

Sincerely,

Donna Pacheco
MYR Group-Human Resources

Here is the job description posted on our website:

Estimator (Tempe, AZ)
Location:    Tempe, AZ
Employment Type:    Full Time
Department:    Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.
Description:    Estimator
Tempe, AZ

Sturgeon Electric Company, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc., one of the oldest and largest electrical contractors in the country, has an immediate opportunity for an Estimator at its Tempe, AZ district office.

If you require an accommodation to complete the online application, please call our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321

The MYR Group Inc. and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer.
M/F/H/V

Apply online at www.myrgroup.com

Duties:    The Estimator will be responsible for, but not limited to:

--Prepare complete cost estimates for electric transmission, distribution and substation projects.
--Understand and monitor program of work to ensure estimates are completed prior to deadlines
--Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor and construction personnel to understand and determine constructabilty requirements.
--Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation.
--Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistently
--Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
--Assist construction personnel throughout the project life-cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
--Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
--Followup at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process

**May have some Project Management duties as well and those duties could include:

-Preparation of project construction schedules
-Submission of Request for Information to clients
-Acting as main point of contact for projects and facilitating conference calls
-Coordinating meetings, scheduling updates, submitting deliverables and addressing outstanding ‘open items’ as requested by clients
-Preparation of look-ahead documents and weekly/monthly progress reports
-Reviewing and monitoring job costs versus budgets
-Reporting to management team
-Other duties as assigned
-Keeping emphasis on the client, develop an understanding of the client’s culture, key people and processes
Qualifications:    --Candidate must possess experience in understanding blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services.
--5 years or more of experience in the Utility Industry and/or possessing estimating knowledge of electric distribution, transmission and substation projects is required.
-- 5 years or more of experience in the Utility Industry and/or possessing Project Management within the electric distribution, transmission and substation projects is preferred
--Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
-Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field is preferred
--Valid drivers license and ability to travel as required throughout AZ and surrounding areas.
--Must have excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written and communication skills.
--Must be a team player and be able to work with various partners from start to finish.