Senior Estimator

Mission Critical Group•Brookston, IN

About The Position

MCG is a custom switchgear and controls integrator serving customers and end users in the data center, telecom, banking, pharmaceutical, and network broadcast industries. MCG’s vision is to deliver complete, mission critical power solutions, including turnkey options, that combine hardware, software, documentation, and deep technical expertise. Central to this approach is a strong, long-term commitment to customer relationships and execution quality. The Senior Estimator serves as a vital technical and commercial resource for our outside sales team. This role is non-quota carrying and focuses on the high-accuracy estimation of electrical equipment costs. You will support the integration of MCG offerings with third-party products to deliver comprehensive facility and industry-based stand-alone solutions and related services.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the power distribution or switchgear industry.
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and industry-specific experience.
Industry Knowledge: Proven track record in cost estimation within a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment.
Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of electrical power distribution and switchgear industry practices. Solid mathematical skills to support estimating and pricing responsibilities
Analytical Thinking: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and make sound judgments with incomplete information in a fast-paced environment.
Communication: High level of written and verbal communication skills for effective internal and external stakeholder management.
Software Skills: Proficiency in standard office software and specialized estimation tools (to include, but not limited to, MS Office – Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, Salesforce)
Attention to Detail: A commitment to accuracy with a meticulous approach to cost modeling and technical reviews.

Responsibilities

Cost Estimation:
Work closely with salespeople and clients to support the design and estimation of electrical equipment, including but not limited to low and medium voltage panelboards, switchboards, switchgear, transformers, control systems, battery storage, UPS, ATS, Parallelling Gear and field services.
Under the direction of an Estimating segment manager, interpret electrical drawings, plans, and specifications, review project schedules and contractual requirements, and develop detailed, accurate proposals using approved software and tools.
Manage multiple estimates simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Evaluate scope, assumptions, and risk to ensure estimates support project success, margin objectives, and operational execution.
Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of competing product lines.
Develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of other products, to include but not limited to Generators, Transfer Systems, Parallelling Gear.
Technical Sales Support:
Act as a technical resource to help outside sales representatives meet customer requirements.
Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management:
Engage with suppliers to obtain pricing, evaluate alternatives, and support equipment procurement strategies.
Coordinate with external partners and suppliers to quote material and systems not manufactured by MCG as part of a complete, integrated electrical proposal.
Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of MCG products, applications, and market conditions to support profitable and executable estimates.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Provide cross-functional support to sales, project management, engineering, scheduling, and procurement throughout the proposal and project lifecycle.
Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools, processes, and internal resources.
Documentation & Record-Keeping:
Maintain organized and accurate records across project lifecycles that may extend up to two years.