Project Manager​/Estimator

About Us

We are a multidisciplinary electrical firm with the in-house expertise to plan, construct, install, and fully integrate a full range of electrical, control, and telecom systems. We offer a comprehensive line of innovative electrical solutions, performing work collaboratively—under one roof—to help us lower costs, increase accuracy, and promote project efficiency.

Dynalectric Oregon has served the specialized electrical needs of the Pacific Northwest for over 80 years. We have consistently maintained a local and personalized focus while growing into one of the foremost electrical contractors in the state. As a multidisciplinary electrical firm, Dynalectric Oregon has the in-house expertise to plan, construct, install, and fully integrate every component related to electrical, controls, and telecommunications systems.

Our ability to perform projects collaboratively – under one roof – helps lower costs, increases accuracy, and improves project communications.

The Project Manager/Estimator (PM/E) performs different functions assigned by the Service & Special Projects Division Manager. The position consists of attending bid walks, estimating, project kickoff and PM duties which involve tasks like conducting research, procuring project material, assisting team members during project development, scheduling, and updating project data; managing paperwork, maintaining/updating status logs, and contributing to progress reports.

• Review and evaluate project plans and specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents to identify what is needed for a project and to create a bid proposal.
• Prepare bid documents including specific scope letter for each project, develop the estimate or budget using Accubid software.
• Identify any issues, conflicts, and other problems in the bid documents.
• Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
• Review quotes to confirm adherence to quote requests and accuracy of quotes received.
• Calculate the cost of electrical construction based on reviewing and evaluating available documents.
• Lead estimating close out meetings, project kickoff meetings, and project closeout meetings.
• Price change orders as required and be able to meet with customer to explain and defend the pricing.
• Conduct assessments to identify and seek solutions to project problems in order to reduce downtime.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with clients to ensure complete customer satisfaction and good prospects for future business.
• Coordinate and ensure smooth operation of multiple projects from start to finish.
• Ensure changes in project plan are communicated to team members.
• Carry out quality reviews and checks to ensure project operations are in line with industry best practices.
• Fill in for other project managers by managing daily operations in their absence.
• Respect decision-making boundaries and know when to call the attention of the manager.
• Analyze projects for value engineering options while taking into account specific job conditions that may affect labor and material to be purchased and installed.
• Anticipate potential problems and devise solutions proactively.
• Request material and equipment quotes from vendors and equipment suppliers.
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with vendors & customers.
• Provide monthly financial reporting and projecting with management.

• BSc/BA in engineering, building science or relevant field
• At least 3 years of combined experience in estimating or project management in the construction industry – preferably electrical contracting
• Knowledgeable with a wide variety of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Proficient with Blu Beam, Excel, and Word software (Office 365)

Mostly office based, team environment. Typical working hours for a project manager / estimator may vary. Generally, Monday – Friday during normal business hours, but when deadlines approach, they may be required to work much longer…