Transmission Estimator – Michels Power, Inc.

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life.Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen.Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States.We do it all – from building transmission lines and substations to distribution networks and inside wiring.We also restore power after natural disasters strike.Our work improves lives.Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

As a Transmission Estimator, 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.

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

• Engineering News-Record ranks us as the No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution contractor.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title
• We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors

Why you?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You cringe when you hear: “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it.”
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success
• You want your work to make a difference in people’s lives

What it takes?

• 6-10 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of both
• Estimating experience with Transmission Line work
• Must possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record
• Solid MS Office and estimating software skills
• Negotiating experience
• Travel is required. Travel may account for up to 25% of the time

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability