Electrical Estimator - Michels Power, Inc.

About the role

• Electrical Estimator - Industrial Electrical & Power Infrastructure
• Location: Fond du Lac, WI / Various
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Travel: Approximately 25% Travel Required
• Estimate the Infrastructure That Powers Industry

At Michels Power, we build the electrical infrastructure that powers industries, strengthens communities, and supports economic growth. From medium-voltage distribution systems and industrial facilities to power generation, renewable energy, and mission-critical infrastructure, our teams help customers solve complex electrical construction challenges across North America.

As one of the nation's premier power and electrical infrastructure contractors, Michels Power delivers construction solutions supporting industrial facilities, utilities, energy producers, renewable developers, and other critical infrastructure customers. We are seeking an Electrical Estimator to help develop competitive, accurate, and executable estimates for a wide variety of electrical construction projects.

About Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Power, Inc. supports America's electrical and communication backbone by delivering comprehensive overhead and underground construction services for 69 kV to 765 kV electric utility systems and fiber networks. As one of the largest private power utility electrical contractors in the United States, Michels Power combines experienced project leadership, highly skilled field resources, and one of the industry's premier equipment fleets to successfully execute complex power delivery projects across North America.

Our teams design, build, and maintain critical infrastructure including transmission lines, distribution systems, electrical substations, renewable energy facilities, battery energy storage systems (BESS), communication systems, structure foundations, heavy civil infrastructure, and horizontal directional drilling (HDD) projects. We provide comprehensive project oversight from planning and scheduling through procurement, construction, quality assurance, commissioning, and project closeout.

Leveraging engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) delivery capabilities, Michels Power is proud to be a member of the Michels Family of Companies.

Position Overview

As an Electrical Estimator, you will evaluate project opportunities, analyze drawings and specifications, prepare detailed cost estimates, and support project pursuit strategies for electrical construction projects. Working closely with Operations, Project Management, Procurement, vendors, subcontractors, and customers, you will help develop winning proposals while positioning projects for successful execution.

This role supports a diverse portfolio of work that may include industrial electrical construction, medium-voltage systems, substations, renewable energy facilities, power generation projects, mission-critical infrastructure, and other complex electrical construction projects.

Success in this role requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, communication skills, and a solid understanding of electrical construction means and methods.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and bid documents to ensure complete understanding of project requirements and scope.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for electrical construction projects.
• Develop accurate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates.
• Partner with Procurement to obtain supplier and vendor pricing.
• Solicit, evaluate, and maintain relationships with subcontractors and specialty vendors.
• Develop project schedules, execution assumptions, and cost forecasts that support estimating accuracy.
• Track and analyze estimate assumptions, risks, opportunities, and pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with Operations and Project Management teams to support project pursuit efforts.
• Support bid reviews, project handoffs, and turnover meetings.
• Identify constructability considerations, project risks, market conditions, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain organized estimate files, documentation, and historical cost information.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and customer discussions as needed.
• Assist in developing competitive and executable project strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position may support estimating efforts for projects involving

• Industrial Electrical Construction
• Medium-Voltage Electrical Systems
• Power Generation Facilities
• Renewable Energy Facilities
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Utility Infrastructure
• Electrical Substations
• Mission-Critical Facilities
• Manufacturing Facilities
• Pipeline and Energy Facilities
• Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
• EPC Projects
• Design-Build Projects

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

• We help build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and industries across North America.
• We execute challenging projects involving power delivery, utility, industrial electrical, medium-voltage, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure construction.
• We are family owned and operated.
• We invest approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and development.
• We perform meaningful work that supports the future of energy infrastructure.
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title.
• We are part of the Michels Family of Companies, one of North America's largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
• We provide opportunities to work on unique and technically challenging projects across a variety of industries.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Plan
• Identity Theft Protection and Monitoring Plan

Benefits may vary based on position and location.

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 want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available.
• You enjoy solving complex problems and developing creative solutions.
• You thrive in environments where accuracy, planning, and collaboration matter.
• You want to work to make a difference.

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in estimating, project engineering, project management, field engineering, construction operations, electrical construction, utility construction, industrial construction, power delivery, renewable energy, or related infrastructure industries.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience preparing cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, budgets, and project pricing strategies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, InEight Estimate, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Experience supporting industrial electrical, medium-voltage, utility, renewable energy, power generation, mission-critical, EPC, or infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Exposure to project management, procurement, field operations, or construction execution is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% for pre-bid meetings, customer meetings, and project site visits.

Additional information

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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