International Executive Service Corps
Estimator - Excavating
International Executive Service Corps, Sussex, Wisconsin, United States, 53089
About Us
For over 60 years,
M. J. Electric, LLC,
a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customer’s electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.
MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.
We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry‑leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren’t just applying for job, you are building a career.
About this Role – Estimator/Excavating Division We are looking for a talented Estimator who has a passion for quality construction. This position leads the development of technical scope of work and independently develop cost estimates and resource requirements for various types of Electric Utility civil access, grading, and duct bank construction projects.
What You’ll Do
Assist with the request for proposal preparation and evaluations, project specifications, and pricing schedules
Prepare pre‑approval project estimates based on limited information and general scopes of work, often lacking specific precedence
Develop detailed post‑approval project estimates based on company standards and site‑specific facility drawings
Assist with the assembly of the project proposal to include supporting documents, bid forms, project schedules and review of the final proposal before submittal
Schedule and hold comprehensive bid reviews with upper management, project managers and field personnel to cover scope, review costs, subcontractors, and risk due to lack of information in certain areas
Provide expert judgment of costs to support competitive bid and negotiated contracts, assist with technical requirements in contract negotiations as needed
Assist with the development of standardized historical cost databases and application tools to aid future estimates
Provide oversight, coordination, management support and technical expertise for all aspects of electrical construction projects in the utility market
Review scope, specifications, and drawings to determine subcontractors needed. Develop request for quotes documents and evaluate subcontractor quotes for scope gap and possible follow up requests
Interface with other estimators in Transmission line, excavating, foundations and material procurement to review scope and develop a division of responsibility to avoid scope gaps or doubling of effort
Analyze time, equipment, tooling, material, and manpower requirements for each project
Interface with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to determine the cost of the project
Visit customer field locations as required to ascertain project conditions
Attend pre and post bid meetings as required and be able to effectively present information to clients to sell our projects
Select pool of potential subcontractors and equipment vendors to solicit their proposals
Analyze special safety and code requirements on all projects
Work as part of an integrated Operations and Estimating team in acquiring projects
Review Engineering design guides, construction specifications, to assure project meets specifications
Determine equipment and material sizing and ampacity based on One‑line information provided
Assist in developing a comprehensive schedule including Engineering, long‑lead material items, construction schedule and deadlines
What You’ll Bring
Strong civil utility work understanding and knowledge
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs.
Proven communication, organizational and persuasive people skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Must be self‑motivated
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficient in the use of Excel
Strong Knowledge of estimating software programs
BS/BA in Engineering, an associate degree in an electrical field of work. Construction Management, or equivalent experience (Preferred)
4‑7 years of estimating, project management and craft supervision experience in the electrical construction / utility industry (Preferred)
What You’ll Get
401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
Paid Holidays and PTO
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Lifelock Identity Theft Protection
Employee Discounts
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
For more benefit details click here!
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M. J. Electric, LLC,
a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customer’s electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.
MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.
We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry‑leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren’t just applying for job, you are building a career.
About this Role – Estimator/Excavating Division We are looking for a talented Estimator who has a passion for quality construction. This position leads the development of technical scope of work and independently develop cost estimates and resource requirements for various types of Electric Utility civil access, grading, and duct bank construction projects.
What You’ll Do
Assist with the request for proposal preparation and evaluations, project specifications, and pricing schedules
Prepare pre‑approval project estimates based on limited information and general scopes of work, often lacking specific precedence
Develop detailed post‑approval project estimates based on company standards and site‑specific facility drawings
Assist with the assembly of the project proposal to include supporting documents, bid forms, project schedules and review of the final proposal before submittal
Schedule and hold comprehensive bid reviews with upper management, project managers and field personnel to cover scope, review costs, subcontractors, and risk due to lack of information in certain areas
Provide expert judgment of costs to support competitive bid and negotiated contracts, assist with technical requirements in contract negotiations as needed
Assist with the development of standardized historical cost databases and application tools to aid future estimates
Provide oversight, coordination, management support and technical expertise for all aspects of electrical construction projects in the utility market
Review scope, specifications, and drawings to determine subcontractors needed. Develop request for quotes documents and evaluate subcontractor quotes for scope gap and possible follow up requests
Interface with other estimators in Transmission line, excavating, foundations and material procurement to review scope and develop a division of responsibility to avoid scope gaps or doubling of effort
Analyze time, equipment, tooling, material, and manpower requirements for each project
Interface with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to determine the cost of the project
Visit customer field locations as required to ascertain project conditions
Attend pre and post bid meetings as required and be able to effectively present information to clients to sell our projects
Select pool of potential subcontractors and equipment vendors to solicit their proposals
Analyze special safety and code requirements on all projects
Work as part of an integrated Operations and Estimating team in acquiring projects
Review Engineering design guides, construction specifications, to assure project meets specifications
Determine equipment and material sizing and ampacity based on One‑line information provided
Assist in developing a comprehensive schedule including Engineering, long‑lead material items, construction schedule and deadlines
What You’ll Bring
Strong civil utility work understanding and knowledge
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs.
Proven communication, organizational and persuasive people skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Must be self‑motivated
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficient in the use of Excel
Strong Knowledge of estimating software programs
BS/BA in Engineering, an associate degree in an electrical field of work. Construction Management, or equivalent experience (Preferred)
4‑7 years of estimating, project management and craft supervision experience in the electrical construction / utility industry (Preferred)
What You’ll Get
401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
Paid Holidays and PTO
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Lifelock Identity Theft Protection
Employee Discounts
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
For more benefit details click here!
#J-18808-Ljbffr