Mears Group Inc. Electrical division, A Quanta Services Company

At Mears Group, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing the best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader over the last 65 years, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity, and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality, and our people.

Senior Estimator

Mears is seeking a qualified electrical estimator with experience in the electrical utility and industrial sectors. Primary responsibilities include timely and accurate development of bids and proposals for the management and construction of all portions of electrical transmission and distribution systems and industrial electrical installations. Typical projects include Substations, Medium voltage distribution, and heavy industrial installations, The successful applicant will possess practical field knowledge of the methods related to this type of work including installation of the electrical infrastructure, excavation, and civil work to support these projects and local and federal requirements.

What Do You Offer Us?

• Review work requirements with local operations management
• Research and define cost elements related to project construction including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
• Identify risks and develop project contingencies
• Prepare a written proposal outlining clarifications, exceptions, and assumptions presenting the final draft to upper management for final determination and risk assessment
• Submit the approved final bid to the customer by the stated due date
• Serve as business development representative/contact person with customers and vendors
• Collaborate with the Business Development team for large customer engagements
• Maintain open lines of communication with existing customers
• Actively pursue future customers/additional work and follow up on potential leads
• Support other regional business units by following leads as assigned
• Notate essential topics of discussion at meetings.
• Attain a thorough understanding of the scope of work including desired construction methods, project timelines, and customer expectations
• Ask project-related questions and record customer response
• Visit the job location to assess site conditions and assess constructability
• Provide job-related documentation to field operations, project management staff, and back office/administrative staff as needed
• Participate in contract pre-planning meetings
• Assist in preparing and submitting project/contract deliverables to the customer as required by the contract and Mears internal requirements
• Proactively identify known or anticipated construction problems and suggest solutions to minimize cost and mitigate risk
• Assist field personnel in developing and/or recommending change orders as needed
• Negotiate positive resolutions with the customer on any disputes that may arise
• Maintain files as a backup for estimated figures
• All other duties as assigned

What We Offer You:

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional training.
• Defined career path for future growth.
• Pay Range of $80,000 to $120,000.
• Industry-leading benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life, and disability insurance, paid time off (PTO), and 401(k).

What is Required?

• AA degree and 5 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Bachelor s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Expert in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
• Proficient with Accubid
• Organizational skills (notes, files, documents, etc.)
• Proficient in Technical Writing/Correspondence
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimum guidance
• Teamwork
• Self-motivated
• Thorough and effective communication
• Familiar with Electrical substations, distribution, and industrial installations
• Productivity
• Openness to Change
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships
• Willing to Travel

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.