Transmission Line Estimator - Michels Power, Inc.

Transmission & Distribution Estimator

• Location: Various
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Estimating the Infrastructure That Powers Communities

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy—but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone powers a home, business, or community, Michels Power, Inc. is behind the scenes making it happen.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest and most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute projects across transmission lines, substations, distribution systems, renewable energy, and utility modernization , as well as emergency power restoration.

Position Objective

The Transmission & Distribution Estimator is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings to ensure all requirements are understood and accounted for to successfully bid and win projects. This role works closely with subcontractors and Project Management teams to develop competitive bids, track budgets, and support successful project awards.

Key Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture , ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations

Review bid requirements for projects ranging approximately from $500K to $10M , ensuring all aspects of the scope are fully documented and accounted for

Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for transmission and distribution construction projects

Partner with Procurement to secure vendor and supplier pricing

Identify, manage, and maintain relationships with subcontractors , ensuring timely and complete bid coverage

Aggressively follow up with subcontractors to ensure competitive bid participation

Develop project schedules and cost forecasts

Track and analyze budget-to-actual comparisons throughout the estimating process

Collaborate with Project Management teams to follow up on bids, budgets, and close business opportunities

Properly turn over bid documents and subcontractor buyout information to Project Managers

Review drawings with Project Management teams and highlight risks, scope gaps, and constructability concerns

Maintain accurate, organized estimate documentation and bid records

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• •Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering , or related field
• (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

3–5 years of related experience in estimating, transmission & distribution, or utility construction

Experience with negotiation and subcontractor coordination

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Desired Qualifications

Experience in transmission, distribution, or utility infrastructure construction

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software (e.g., Accubid, HCSS, or similar)

Exposure to project management or field operations

Experience working with utility clients, co-ops, or municipalities

Core Developmental Competencies

Customer Focus

Action Oriented

Personal Accountability

Drives Results

Interpersonal Savvy

Values Differences

Communicates Effectively

Instills Trust

Demonstrates Self-Awareness

Self-Development

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Combination of office-based work and field/site visits

Frequent standing, walking, along with desk-based work

Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Work may include exposure to outdoor weather, active job sites, and moderate noise levels

Requires close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment for detailed estimating work

Approximately 25% travel required for jobsite visits, pre-bid meetings, and preconstruction support

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News-Record

Industry leader in utility, transmission, and distribution infrastructure construction

Family-owned company with long-term stability

Invests approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and development

Work on high-impact projects that power communities and economies

Strong safety culture— everyone is responsible

Part of one of North America’s largest and most diversified infrastructure contractors

Comprehensive Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

HSA / FSA Options

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Legal & Identity Protection

Why You?

You enjoy working with numbers, drawings, and construction scopes

You thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

You have strong attention to detail and organizational skills

You collaborate effectively with project teams and subcontractors

You want to contribute to infrastructure that powers communities and the electrical grid

Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Power, Inc.—where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.

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