Construction Estimator

Location: Colusa

Bemana is searching for a Construction Estimator with expertise in mechanical estimation while still understanding electrical related to solar power plants, natural gas power plants, turbines, and reciprocating engines.

This role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, ensuring accurate and competitive bidding, and providing financial forecasting to support project management.

Position Offers

• $90,000-$125,000 base salary.If your target pay is higher, we still encourage you to apply-we could request adjustments based on experience and market conditions.
• Comprehensive benefits + unlimited PTO
• Retirement plan with company match.
• World class culture centered on respect, safety, and individual empowerment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates for all phases of electrical construction projects, from initial concept to final construction.
• Prepare accurate project bids, considering material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs while analyzing market conditions and project specifications.
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs from project plans and specifications using estimation software.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering.
• Assess project risks related to cost, schedule, and scope, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Assist in budget control by monitoring project costs against estimates, analyzing variances, and suggesting corrective actions.
• Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to gather pricing, secure competitive rates, and maintain strong industry relationships.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including estimate reports, cost breakdowns, and change order justifications.
• Participate in project reviews and pre-bid meetings to ensure all necessary data is collected for accurate estimations.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of experience in construction estimation, with at least two years focused on electrical projects in the power generation sector (solar, natural gas, turbines, reciprocating engines).
• Experience estimating large-scale projects with budgets exceeding $5 million.
• Certification in Construction Estimating or Cost Engineering preferred.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as HCSS Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, or similar.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, renewable energy technologies, and power plant operations.

Application Process

If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.

If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.

About Bemana

Bemana provides recruiting services to the nation's equipment and industrial sectors. Our clients and candidates value us for our specialized recruiting expertise, vast knowledge of the equipment and industrial job market, and ability to solve their most challenging employment needs. We have successfully recruited thousands of top-level professionals filling a wide range of management, sales, engineering, and technical positions across the nation.

Referral Program

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