Senior Electrical Estimator in Oklahoma

Job Summary

The Senior Electrical Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing electrical estimating and related preconstruction functions for regional operations.

• Help create and communicate company standards for estimating electrical design/build and plans and specs work.
• Knowledge and proficient with Code requirements and basic electrical engineering calculations;
  Voltage drop, Ohm’s law, conduit-fill, wire ampacity, de‑rating, etc.
• Supports team with overall electrical system design analysis.
• Manage the electrical scope bid process including subcontractor solicitation and follow through, bid document management, and evaluation of subcontractor proposals/bids. Manage the post bid process through post bid reviews verifying scope of work and pricing within established parameters.
• Review and assist in preparation and culmination of electrical project estimates and bids.
• Review of electrical studies including but not limited to load flow, reactive power capability, short circuit, relay coordination and arc flash.
• Assign work to subordinates, direct and review their assignments and ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates prepared by subordinates.
• Assists in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and relative cost estimates as required.
• Assist project and construction management team during pre‑design and construction planning, project execution and upon completion.
• Meet with client management, staff and supervisory personnel to introduce services, expertise and capabilities of the company.
• Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data, current trends and construction procedures and methods in order to keep current with estimating standards and databases.
• Build relationships with local architects, engineers, and subcontractors to be available as a resource and stay informed of upcoming projects.
• Notify management group of upcoming projects status and approximate timing for company proposal and bid submittals.
• Assist in the development of area marketing plans and goals, and in developing strategy for management client contacts regarding procurement of work, estimating services, contract negotiation, and future work potential.
• Participate in responses to RFPs/RFQs as well as participate in presentations delivered to clients for project procurement.
• Assist clients and designers in systems selections, budgeting, cost containment, value engineering, etc.
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings, bid strategy and client presentations as required.
• Manage subordinates assigned to estimating department and provide guidance and training as needed to support team members.
• Attend various networking/social events engage as an active member in industry associations / non‑profit organizations, representing the company. Review and assist in preparation and culmination of project estimates and bids.
• Provides total commitment to continuous process improvement. Exercises good interpersonal skills by gladly assisting others to accomplish work of the organization, even it is outside the scope of regular duties.
• Models and reinforces safety as a top priority of the organization.
• Meets schedules and deadlines, adheres to policies and procedures and maintains a good attendance/tardiness record.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

May require management of estimating team (Estimator I/II) and/or employees temporarily assigned to estimating department.

Ability to represent to all persons the Flintco Ethos that encourages the highest level of performance, integrity and morale. Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents including plans and specifications, proposals, quotes, and qualifications. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions. Adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Ability to write and interpret technical documents such as management plans, proposals and complex estimates. Organizes…