Substation Estimator - Michels Power, Inc.

Neenah, WI

Full Time

Posted July 29, 2025

$500k - $500k

Application opens on company website

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Location: Various (Neenah, WI - Lomira, WI - Fond du Lac, WI - Milwaukee, WI) Employment Type: Full-Time

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture , ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies and regulations
Review bid requirements for projects ranging from approximately $500K to $10M , ensuring full scope coverage
Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for substation 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 during the estimating process
Collaborate with Project Management teams to follow up on bids, budgets, and award status
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 and organized estimate documentation and bid records
Perform other duties as assigned

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, utility, or electrical construction
Experience with negotiation and subcontractor coordination
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Experience in substation, transmission, or utility 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 or power delivery contractors
Customer Focus
Action Oriented
Personal Accountability
Drives Results
Interpersonal Savvy
Values Differences
Communicates Effectively
Instills Trust
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Self-Development