Senior Estimator, Substations - Michels Pacific Energy, Inc.

Strengthening the West Coast's power grid isn't for the weak. Keeping electricity flowing and the lights might not be a 9-to-5 desk job, but it is a chance to do meaningful work. Michels Pacific Energy, Inc. is a sought-after energy contractor. We do what is needed - from building transmission lines and substations to distribution networks and natural disaster repairs. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Pacific Energy, Inc. can change yours.

As a Senior Estimator, Substations your key responsibilities will be to mentor and give direction to the Estimators, review and prepare job estimates and bids, develop job schedules and forecasts, complete take-offs, conduct site reviews and interact with customers. You will also work closely with the General Managers and Project Management team to ensure customer needs are being met and jobs are being awarded.

The starting salary range for this position is $138,000 - $190,000 annually. This information reflects the expected base salary range for this position. Pay will be determined based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The full salary range for an experienced employee in this position is $138,000 to $207,000 annually.

Why Michels Pacific Energy, Inc.?

• We are committed to hiring the best people and giving them the best equipment
• We are dedicated to the improving the West Coast's energy infrastructure
• 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 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
• Michels offers a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and identity theft and monitoring plan. 15 to 25 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually.

Why you?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
• You are up to new challenges and opportunities
• 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:

• Bachelor's degree from a 4-year college or university, and 10+ years of estimating experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Utility construction estimating experience is preferred
• Prior experience with Oracle P6 and MS Project scheduling software is desired
• Willingness and ability to travel to pre-bid meetings
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings and perform quantity take-off from drawings
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel
• Experience with Accubid bidding software is a desired but not required

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual's skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Expected Salary Range

$138,000-$190,000 USD

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability