Estimator, 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.

Job Summary 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.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* 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 purposes such as 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 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 proposal 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.
* The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit. Qualifications 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. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Minimum of 3-5 years of estimating experience
* High School diploma or GED required.
* Bachelor of Science in and Master of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable.
* Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.
* Design-Build experience preferred.
* Knowledge of NEC, Title 24, CBC and local codes required *

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel applications.
* Proficient with Accubid, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.
* Familiarity with project management/document control software.
* Familiarity with construction/financial software packages. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.
* 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 communications skills.
* Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize multiple projects.
* Must demonstrate technical skills necessary for Estimator.
* Must work with minimal supervision.
* Must demonstrate ability to analyze and solve problems.
* Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
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