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Electrical Estimator
WONG Electric Palo Alto, CA
$88k-115k (estimate)
Full Time | Specialty Trade in Construction 6 Months Ago
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WONG Electric is Hiring an Electrical Estimator Near Palo Alto, CA

We are seeking a long-term Electrical Estimator with excellent local experience in the commercial industry. Our scope of work ranges from commercial and industrial projects as large as a mall expansion to the smallest tenant improvement.

We offer stability/steady work, a great company culture, and growth opportunities. Our Projects are throughout the Bay Area (Currently San Jose to San Francisco, Oakland, Fremont and surrounding areas) so travel is a must.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-Prepare full cost estimates for electrical projects, bid projects, prepare portions of contract proposal estimates, communicate with clients, vendors, engineers, architects, contractors, and subcontractors. Determine the scope of work, review design options, and provide change order assistance on current/ongoing projects.

-Prepare detailed proposal letters, subcontractor and vendor RFP’s, and develop and maintain estimating database. This includes lighting, lighting controls, dimming devices, fire alarm, A/V, modular wiring, grounding, motor and equipment connections, generators, power distribution equipment, feeders, UPS, etc.

-Review, analyze, and interpret bid documents to determine the scope of work and use independent judgment to formulate the estimating approach and bid strategy in a manner that enables the attainment of awarded projects within contract quotes.

-Evaluate bids of subcontractors and vendors for completeness of scope of work, schedule, compliance with specifications, or other bid requirements.

-Understand the entire electrical construction process from design through project close-out for large commercial and industrial projects.

-Responsible for supporting the project management team. Achieve its goals by delivering high quality estimates on time.

-Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors to solicit accurate and current pricing of lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and miscellaneous material pricing.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
-Minimum 5-10 years of local commercial electrical estimating experience.

-Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

-Ability to read and interpret plans, scope of work, bid and contract documents, specifications, project schedule, one-line diagrams, schematics, layout drawings, wiring diagrams and modify them for optimization.

-Must have experience in preparing RFQ’s for switchgear, fixtures, fire alarm, tele/data, and security.

-Ability to prepare detailed electrical estimates based on limited, conceptual design information and existing site conditions.

-Have a solid understanding of pricing, bidding, experience evaluating and estimating design build contract work.

-Must possess concrete knowledge of structural, architectural, and mechanical documents and their impact on electrical scope.

-Ability to handle multiple projects at a time working within a team environment or independently is crucial.

-Must possess a strong work ethic, organizational and communication skills.

-Must have worked for an electrical trade partner or for another general contractor as an electrical estimator.

-Must live in or close to the Bay Area. This is a deal breaker.

-Please provide your resume for consideration from our hiring team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

  • Do you live close to or in the Bay Area?

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Electrical Estimating: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Specialty Trade in Construction

SALARY

$88k-115k (estimate)

POST DATE

11/14/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

08/10/2024

WEBSITE

wongelectric.com

HEADQUARTERS

PALO ALTO, CA

SIZE

25 - 50

TYPE

Private

CEO

STEVE L WONG

REVENUE

$5M - $10M

INDUSTRY

Specialty Trade in Construction

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