Electrical Project Manager- Estimator

Overview

Reliable Electric is a reputable, well-established electrical contractor with over 80 years in business and is currently seeking an Electrical Project Manager/Estimator to join our team.

We value work-life balance and strive to be an employer of choice. Reliable Electric has been nominated as one of Dayton’s Best Places to Work and as Family-Owned Business of the Year. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with half paid after 90 days and the other half after six months of continued employment.

As a Project Manager / Estimator, you will be responsible for all aspects of your assigned electrical construction projects. The role includes exceeding customer expectations while adhering to the company’s core values, safety policies/OSHA standards, and requirements. This position will also estimate potential electrical projects and create detailed cost estimates.

• Coach, manage, and train field staff.
• Provide leadership support and accountability for field staff.
• Plan, schedule, and maintain project schedules and manpower projections.
• Manage and monitor generation and tracking of RFIs, submittals, change orders, project costs, budgets, billings, cash flow, and material buys/ordering.
• Visit assigned projects weekly and communicate with onsite staff and the general contractor.
• Develop and maintain relationships with general contractors, vendors, suppliers, and customers.
• Proactively identify and vet new business opportunities.
• Visit job sites to obtain information for scope definition and estimating.
• Meet with general contractors and customers as needed to understand needs.
• Prepare detailed scope documents including RFPs, RFIs, proposals, and estimates.
• Participate in pre-bid, post-bid, and project take-off meetings.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market factors (pricing, materials, labor, etc.).
• Utilize internal systems to maintain project documentation and historical trends.
• Perform value engineering analyses.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates degree in Project Management desired

• 7+ years in the electrical trade
• 5+ years as Project Manager
• Experience leading teams on large-scale projects
• Accubid/Computer Ease experience a plus

• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and other O365 Suite applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication to work with contractors, architects, and other professionals involved in construction projects
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills to ensure accurate calculations and profitability
• Strong organization and time management to ensure timely bids and manage multiple projects
• Servant leadership mindset
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• Complex understanding of electrical industry parts and materials
• Commitment to safety, including documenting unsafe conditions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

We offer benefits including health insurance (company contributes to premiums), dental, vision, 401(k) with match, car allowance, paid holidays/vacations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer opportunities, tuition reimbursement, performance bonuses, multiple employee/family events, and weekly pay.

Applicants must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks.