Electrical Estimator

We are seeking an Electrical Estimator with 3-5 years of experience to join our estimating team. In this role you will prepare takeoffs, price the work, and develop proposals that lay out the bid by phase and by line item. It is a hands-on position for someone who knows the NYC market, keeps their estimates clean and well organized, and meets deadlines when bids are due.

• Prepare detailed takeoffs using bidding software — Accubid , Accubid Anywhere , Live Count preferred
• Price the work and develop proposals that break the bid down by phase and by line item
• Review the drawings, specs, and addenda to define scope, inclusions, and exclusions
• Identify project risks and develop value engineering options to bring cost down
• Work with our engineering staff to obtain budgeting and to review risk and value engineering ideas
• Solicit and level vendor and subcontractor pricing so nothing in the scope is missed
• Coordinate with the project managers and field to confirm the numbers are sound and the job can be built
• Maintain the estimate files, historical pricing, and bid records

• 3-5 years of electrical estimating experience, ideally with an electrical contractor
• Proficient in bidding software — Accubid / Accubid Anywhere. Live Count user strongly preferred
• Able to read electrical drawings, one-lines, and specifications
• Working knowledge of the NEC and NYC / local building codes
• Has bid work in NYC and the boroughs, Long Island, and Northern NJ
• Strong Excel skills and close attention to detail
• Communicates clearly and delivers bids on time in a busy environment