Estimator, Engineering, Electrical Engineering

About Us

We are an electrical construction firm offering total electrical construction, engineering, facilities maintenance, utility, sound and communications, and renewable energy services. We combine broad electrical and energy systems expertise with a strong commitment to quality service and total customer satisfaction.

Contra Costa Electric is hiring an Electrical Estimator responsible for estimating and providing management with detailed pricing for development of bid quotations and bid package for the assigned division(s) supporting projects. This person should have relevant experience in preparing complete cost estimates for review.

• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Prepare estimates used by management for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Review contract, bid documents, understand scope and unique requirements in order to prepare estimate.
• Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings.
• Prepare scope letters and proposals.
• Develop & maintain relationships with customers, General Contractors, vendors and subcontractors.
• Perform design/build, conceptual and budget estimates.
• Coordinate the efforts of junior and staff-level resources in performing take-offs, issuing bills of material to vendors and obtaining subcontractor quotes.
• Coordinate efforts with the Engineering Department for design build estimates.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Manager with recommendation for resolution.
• Develop budget estimates from conceptual information.
• Complete bids timely and accurately to attain profitability.
• Prepare bid package and submit for final review before submitting to general contractor/client.
• Review estimates from subordinates, make corrections, suggestions or approve as necessary.
• Provide copies of plans, take-offs, and all pertinent estimating data, ensuring that drawings, specifications, labor hours/days and special requirements are clear and unambiguous.
• Formulate site requirements and exclusions for bids and include them in proposals as needed.
• Evaluate project scope changes and review and price field change orders as requested.
• Develop RFQ/RFP documents for the solicitation of subcontractor proposals and vendor bids or quotations.
• Provide value engineering ideas and cost delta.
• Ensure flow of estimate information is maintained and documented according to defined process.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of estimating experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable;
  Master of Science also desirable.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.
• Design-Build experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC, Title 24, CBC and local codes required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Proficient with Accubid and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software.
• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

• Comply with EMCOR’s Values, Business Code of Conduct, and Business Ethics.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Must maintain professional personal appearance.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal…