Senior Estimator - Excavating

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 - Senior Estimator

We are looking for a talented Senior Estimator has a passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for estimating civil projects related to the electric utility industry such as mass grading, wood and gravel access projects, Underground Duct Bank, grillage foundations, other related underground systems and provide day-to-day leadership and direction of Department members.

What You'll Do

- Reviews proposal or project specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of the estimate

- Consults with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments and construction team to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues

- Confers with engineers, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

- Reviews and incorporates historical data from past projects, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man-hour figures

- Prepares estimates by calculating the complete takeoff of the scope of work

- Coordinates total estimating effort relevant to a particular bid / project. Review all final estimate packages with personnel prior to formal quotation, to ensure accuracy and completeness

- Participates in bid strategy and presentation meetings as requested

- Special projects and other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

- Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques and ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.

- Proficient with a civil takeoff programs such as Trimble Business Center, Insite, Civil 3D, etc

- Proven track record estimating large scale projects over 25 million

- 7-10+ years of estimating, cost control and/or engineering experience related to outside electric utility civil projects.

- Bachelors Degree in construction management, engineering or technical specialty or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

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

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