Estimator - Electrical

The Preconstruction Coordinator is responsible for the study, evaluation and understanding of project plans, designs and specifications. Identifies project resources required for the project based on the scope of work. Generates estimates for the cost of labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors; where appropriate, delegates to outside purchasing agents. Obtains multiple bids from vendors and subcontractors; assists in contract negotiations. Works with internal team and potential client to create the most competitive project proposal or bid.

During the Estimator’s workload down-time, supports the Project Managers by estimating Change Orders.

• Client Relations Functions
• Attend pre-bid meetings to understand the project’s intent and to determine the extent of possible required demolition scope of work in an existing building that would remain in place and how the existing building systems will connect with the new project
• Prepare a Request For Information (RFI) to identify conflicts in the Bid Documents and/or clarifications to provide appropriate direction in developing the correct cost to accomplish the Client’s expected scope of work to complete their electrical requirements
• Assist with lead follow-ups and referrals from field activity concerning future opportunities; follow up with submitted electrical proposals to understand the status of bid evaluation
• Estimating
• Able to read and comprehend specifications and multiple trade drawings to understand the full spectrum of electrical requirements for a project
• Develop itemized costs for projects through Construction Systems’ breakdowns by computer-generated counts & take-offs using Accu-bid, Enterprise software; along with Live Count Plan Viewer
• Estimate equipment, human resources, cost of project, and materials required to complete each project
• Create quantitative counts to develop a Bill of Material letter for submitting to suppliers and subcontractors to receive quotes for the project’s specified required products and/or services
• Navigate through Clients’ plan room websites to download revised bid documents when Addendums, Amendments, or Clarifications are posted
• Complete estimating tasks within a crunched time frame to meet the client’s deadline
• Mark-up drawings and documents utilizing Bluebeam Revu 2016 to provide detail notes for submission to the Architect/Engineer Team in RFI format and/or to inform the Project Manager of the Estimator’s take-off intent
• Assist in the development of the electrical scope letter that will evolve into the final electrical proposal
• Coordinate with Engineers on BIM layouts

• A team-oriented mindset to assist other colleagues meet their deadlines, with the understanding that this candidate may serve as the lead estimator on a project without being the lead on another project
• Capable of asking questions to other team members and/or management when not sure of something
• Ability to communicate difficult or sensitive information tactfully
• Understanding and knowledge of Internet, Intranet, Extranet, and client/server structures
• Knowledge of Estimating Software - Accubid Enterprise & Live Count Plan Viewer
• Knowledge of different types of building construction, materials, and methods
• Knowledge of building codes and electrical, plumbing, mechanical and other related codes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, and flexibility
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to interact with customers and co-workers in a professional manner
• General understanding of MS Office software, primarily Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Attention to detail

• Must have 4+ years of experience as an Electrical Construction Estimator
• Residential & Commercial experience a plus