Senior Manager - Estimating - Michels Power, Inc.

Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture across all estimating activities and team interactions
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of estimators, building a pipeline of future leaders and strengthening overall team capability
• Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the estimating team
• Assign bids strategically based on team strengths, development goals, and business priorities
• Provide leadership oversight on major estimates, guiding teams to deliver accurate, high-quality, and competitive bids
• Leadership Development & Team Growth
• Coach and develop estimators through hands-on mentorship, feedback, and career development planning
• Identify skill gaps and implement targeted development strategies to elevate individual and team performance
• Foster a collaborative, high-engagement environment that attracts, develops, and retains top talent
• Lead by example in reinforcing Michels' culture, values, and leadership expectations
• Support succession planning and long-term workforce development within the estimating function
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner closely with Regional Managers, Project Managers, Engineering, and Operations teams to align estimating strategies with project execution goals
• Collaborate with Procurement to develop competitive sourcing strategies and strengthen vendor and subcontractor relationships
• Work across departments to ensure project scopes, risks, and constructability considerations are well understood and incorporated into estimates
• Facilitate alignment between estimating, project management, and field leadership to improve project handoff and execution success
• Represent estimating in cross-functional planning discussions, helping drive informed decision-making at the organizational level
• Strategic Estimating Oversight
• Guide the team in interpreting plans, specifications, and risk factors, ensuring consistent and informed bid strategies
• Facilitate resolution of complex estimating challenges by removing obstacles and coordinating resources
• Drive the adoption of best practices, tools, and standardized processes across the estimating function
• Support customer interactions, pre-bid meetings, and industry engagement opportunities
• Promote Michels' brand, culture, and commitment to excellence in all interactions
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of relevant experience in construction, estimating, or preconstruction leadership
• Proven experience leading teams, developing talent, and driving organizational performance
• Strong negotiation and contract review experience
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Requirements

• Utility or power infrastructure experience (transmission, distribution, substations)
• Experience leading estimating teams within an EPC or heavy civil/industrial environment
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating software
• Project Management experience or cross-functional leadership exposure
• Managerial Developmental Competencies
• Decision Quality
• Cultivates Innovation
• Resourcefulness
• Directs Work
• Ensures Accountability
• Collaborates
• Manages Conflict
• Attracts, Develops, and Retains Talent
• Builds Effective Teams
• Drives Engagement
• Managerial Courage
• Being Resilient
• Situational Adaptability
• Work Environment & Physical Demands
• P

Additional Information

Senior Manager - Estimating (Power & Utility Construction) (Transmission | Substations | Utility Construction | Industrial EPC | Renewable Energy) Location: Neenah, WI Employment Type: Full-Time Travel: ~25% Required Leading the Teams That Win Critical Infrastructure Work Before projects power cities, industries, and communities, they must first be won-and that starts with engaged leadership, aligned teams, and strong cross-functional collaboration. At Michels Power, Inc. , our estimating leaders do more than oversee bids-they build talent, develop future leaders, and connect teams across the business to pursue and secure the right opportunities. As a national leader in electrical and utility infrastructure construction, Michels Power delivers complex transmission, substation, renewable energy, and industrial projects-requiring strong, collaborative leadership across preconstruction, operations, and project delivery. Position Objective The Senior Manager - Estimating provides strategic leadership for regional estimating operations, focusing on team development, performance alignment, and cross-functional partnership . This role is responsible for building a high-performing estimating organization, strengthening collaboration with Regional Managers, Project Management, Procurement, and Operations teams, and ensuring estimating efforts align with overall business strategy and customer expectations.

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at michelscorporation? Share your experience