The Estimator Trainee I is responsible for various tasks within project cost estimation for electrical construction. This position is generally based in one district during six months of training and may be relocated to various projects as needed.

Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider.

Sturgeon Electric’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance to clients. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Prepare/assist in preparing complete cost estimates for assigned projects (utility construction or commercial & industrial)

Schedule and attend field job walk with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to determine constructability requirements

May solicit material vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals including assembly and distribution of project documentation in to RFQ/RFP packages

Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency

Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate

Participate in job close-out meetings at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process

Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location

Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

Proficient in Microsoft applications

Experience with construction drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team