Estimator High Voltage Substation, Transmission and Distribution

IES Commercial, Inc. - DBA IES Electrical, is seeking a full-time High Voltage Substation, Transmission and Distribution Estimator in Nebraska.

Job Summary:

• Estimates Substation, Transmission and Distribution projects including plan and spec (lump sum), design build / EPC (engineer/procure/construct), and design assist projects.
• Applies estimating best practices and procedures.
• Coordinate project scope divisions of responsibility with material vendors and sub-contractors.
• Coordinate site visits and attend as required to prepare estimates/proposals
• Manages requests for information (RFIs) during bid process.
• Qualify quotes from material vendors and sub-contracts.
• Review RFP packages and identify project requirements for preparing a complete bid and formal proposal to meet owner criteria and deadlines.
• Prepare proposal letters and bid forms to obtain quotes from material vendors and subcontracts.
• Identify and ensure compliance with local and national codes/standards
• Prepare preliminary project schedules to ensure ability to meet expected project milestones and contract completion dates.
• Meet with and interact with customers, throughout each project's life-cycle in order to maintain positive client relationship.
• Prepare awarded bid package to turn over to construction team for project execution.
• Maintain contact with the construction project team through project execution to maintain current estimating units are consistent with construction outputs.
• Assist with material buy-outs and subcontract development for awarded projects.
• Travel may be required

Qualifications:

• 2 or 4 year college degree in engineering or construction related field or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Knowledge of codes and regulations within the utility industry.
• Proficient computer skills with experience with MS Office software to include word, excel, Microsoft project, and power point.
• Familiar with a data-base construction estimating software package
• High voltage electrical experience in utility line and substations a plus.
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug test, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles.

Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.

Company Overview: IES Commercial, Inc. - DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it.