Electrical Estimator

Strong working knowledge of Construction Projects (Chemical, Pulp & Paper, Heavy Industrial), construction methods, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Communicate with Estimating Manager / Superintendents to review a project execution strategy to identify Complexity Factors and Special Equipment needs
• Experience in pre-construction and estimating on commercial/industrial construction projects preferred.
• Possess the ability to estimate all aspects of an industrial construction project, assemble into one budget, and present to owners.
• Must be able to view things from a construction business owners perspective and present accordingly.
• Strong construction computer software skills including the ability to use construction estimating software, scheduling, bid management, online plan rooms and database applications.

We have been building a team for more than 75 years and offer our employees a full slate of benefits including:

• Medical FSA-HSA
• Vision
• STD/LTD
• Group Life/Voluntary Life
• 401k plan with Company match
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Critical Illness plan
• Whole Life insurance

Under the direct supervision of the Estimating Manager, the Electrical Estimator provides cost estimate support for Industrial Electrical projects. The Electrical Estimator will generate and manage estimates for new bids, pre-bidding process, and ongoing projects to facilitate budget control across all scopes, systems, and assemblies. Estimates vary from conceptual to full guarantee maximum price estimates to lump sum bids. Ability to complete full quantity take-offs to support accurate estimates for all disciplines in a full range of projects.

• Attend Pre-Bid Meetings
• Perform a thorough review of the Project Specifications, Scope of Work and Drawings
• Organize Bid Documents in a Professional manner
• Maintain an Accurate Listing of Estimates and Due Dates
• Formulate and clarify questions during Bid Process to eliminate as many assumptions as possible
• Develop a List of Clarifications and Exclusions throughout the Estimating Process for inclusion in the Project Proposal
• Obtain Competitive Pricing on Materials for the Estimate
• Develop Estimate in a way that it can be reviewed with others for completeness
• Develop Estimate and Takeoffs in a way that materials can be easily transferred into a purchase order at award
• Help to maintain an updated Data Base of Unit Rates for Estimating
• Develop relationships with Key Electrical Suppliers and promote a healthy Competitive Bid Environment within these Suppliers focus on better pricing for estimates
• After project award, support creation of a Buy Out project materials listing to procurement
• Assist on-site Supervisor in submitting RFIs (Request for Information) and resolving design / installation conflicts.
• Prepare estimate presentations, special studies, and estimating documents for projects and client presentations.
• The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of construction methods, and problem-solving skills; good communication skills; and be organized, efficient and responsive to deadlines.
• Communicate with Estimating Manager / Superintendents to review a project execution strategy to identify Complexity Factors and Special Equipment needs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills are required.
• Experience in pre-construction and estimating on commercial construction projects preferred.
• Possess good organizational and management skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess the ability to estimate all aspects of a commercial construction project, assemble into one budget, and present to owners.
• Must be able to view things from a construction business owners perspective and present accordingly.

• Arrive at work on time, as scheduled, consistently, reliably, & complete each shift
• Follow all safety rules and standards for the company and for the site
• Understand and follow Instructions from the direct supervisor

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