Electrical Estimator

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At DAVIS, we’re redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

• Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values
• Coordinate and assist the project team in establishing the project scope and standards of construction projects
• Distribute bid documents to ensure complete and competitive prices from subcontractors
• Gather, calculate and compile data for use in bid proposal estimates
• Review drawings for constructability
• Maintain Estimating database with current subcontractors
• Assist with the conceptual estimating, including quantity takeoffs
• Attend design meetings, team meetings and bid day pricing
• Build relationships with subcontractors and design teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

• SAFETY – Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients
• TEAM COLLABORATION – Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can do attitude
• COMMITMENT TO QUALITY – Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others
• CHAMPIONS DAVIS BUSINESS – Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and / or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

• Four (4) to ten (10) years of applicable industry experience*
• Quantity take-off experience using “On Screen Take Off”*
• Detailed scope writing experience (especially Divisions 16-18)*
• Pricing experience and reviewing vendor quotations*
• Presentation experience*
• Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills*
• Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently*
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization*
• MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook experience*
• Commercial / Residential construction industry experience
• Blueprint Reading experience

Reaching above and below, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and bending. The employee must occasionally lift / carry / move up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity to operate office equipment, file, and perform specialized skills. Needs a high degree of concentration in a busy office environment.

This position may require some travel for conferences, educational sessions, and other company events. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels and hazardous working conditions when working at job sites. Safety precautions must be taken and resources will be provided.

Base salary $85,000.00 - $

DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave.

Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction