Senior Estimator - Michels Utility Service, Inc.

Senior EstimatorMichels Utility Services, Inc.Location: East Coast Region | Full-time | 25% Travel RequiredInstalling underground infrastructure for power transmission and distribution, gas transmission and distribution, renewable energy, and communication networks is a critical step in strengthening grid resilience, ensuring reliable energy and communication services, and supporting the integration of renewable energy into existing systems.Michels Utility Services, Inc. is one of the most trusted utility infrastructure contractors in the United States. We do it all, from installing underground electric transmission and distribution systems, gas transmission and distribution pipelines, and duct banks to directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic, and coaxial cable. Our expertise supports the safe, reliable delivery of energy and communications across the country.Our work improves lives. Discover how a career at Michels Utility Services, Inc. can change yours.Position SummaryAs a SeniorEstimator, your key responsibilities will be to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received, and work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business. Critical for success are the abilities to produce highly accurate work in a timely manner, maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Communication skills, both oral and written, are a must. A strong understanding and being comfortable working with numbers has been a key success to this role.Why Michels Utility Services, Inc.?We’ve been building natural gas systems for more than 60 years, so we know how to do it right.Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.Family‑owned and operated organization with long‑term stabilityWe invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.We perform high-impact, essential work that supports homes, businesses, and communities.A culture where everyone shares responsibility for safety, regardless of titleWe’re part of the Michels family of companies—one of North America’s largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:Health, Dental, and Life InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanLegal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans(Benefits may vary based on position and location)Why You?You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people.You do your best work with the best crewsYou thrive on new challenges and evolving technologies.You think “we’ve always done it this way” is not a good enough reason.You want to know your efforts are recognized and appreciated.You like making your own decisions—with the right support.You want to be part of a team that improves lives through essential infrastructure.What It TakesBachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 7+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of bothEstimating experience and exposure to the utility industry and/or mission critical/data center projectsMust possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving recordSolid Microsoft Office experience, with advanced Excel experienceAbility to travel 25% of the timeJoin a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Utility Services, Inc.— where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability