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Junior Estimator

MGE Underground, Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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About MGE MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value.

Our Core Values Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun

How You Can Make An Impact The Junior Estimator will be responsible for preparing smaller scope lump sum bids. This position will develop proposals and estimates as assigned, and ensure they are done accurately and in a timely manner. The Junior Estimator will need to be detail-oriented and driven, with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with the Estimating Team on larger-scale bids.

How You Will Contribute

Prepare unitized and smaller scope lump sum bids

Ensure pricing is updated in Heavy Bid Software

Assist in the transfer of bid information to HeavyJob and Vista by Viewpoint

Maintain and source the best value and diverse subcontractors/suppliers/resources

Manage and update Activity Codebook/Material Codebook

Conduct a Project Handoff Meeting that is initiated by the Execution Team

Participate in project post-mortem reviews

What You Bring To The Table Required:

Knowledgeable in City, County, and municipality requirements (i.e. Standard Plans and Specifications)

Knowledgeable with reading blueprints, plans, specs, contracts, quotes, purchase orders, etc

Strong computer aptitude and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook

Understanding of CPM scheduling via MS Project

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency

Ability to travel to job sites as required

Ability to agree on completion dates and times for delegated work, paraphrase or repeat all verbal requests, keep track of delegated work, and complete delegated work on time

Valid Class C Driver’s License with a clean record and no driving restrictions

Desired:

Knowledgeable with P6

Knowledgeable with HCSS/Heavy Bid software

Your Prior Experience Required:

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum 1 year of verifiable experience in a construction office environment performing administrative or project coordinator duties

Desired:

Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Experience working with Diverse Supplier Tracking and Identification

Experience with contracts and AHJ Permits/Spec/Standards

2 years of verifiable experience in a construction office environment performing administrative or project coordinator duties

Estimating experience preferred

Construction project management experience preferred

Our Competitive Package Pay: $80,000 - $95,000 annually This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge.

Above and Beyond Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K

Flexible Time-off Policy that promotes a culture of freedom and responsibility for paid time-off

Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style

Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities

Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars

Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation

Additional Information Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Affirmative Action/EEO MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.

Pre-Employment and Physical Requirements Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. This role may require sitting at a desk working on a computer for a prolonged period of time. You must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Other Duties Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the company’s needs.

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