Electrical Preconstruction Estimator

Overview

The Electrical Estimator position is responsible for reviewing drawings to provide equipment, material and labor takeoff for Electrical Systems using estimating software tools in a clear, concise, and methodical way. Will be required to read specifications to identify material types, specific job requirements, and deviations from the Company standard practices.

This position is Full-Time, Non-Exempt, and reports to the Division Manager.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and evaluating requests for proposals.
• Reviewing construction documents and understanding scope of work to bid.
• Executing take-offs of construction documents.
• Read specifications to identify piping material types/joining methods, specific job requirements, and deviations from Company standard practices.
• Reviewing material takeoff for completeness and accuracy.
• Entering take-offs into database.
• Obtaining pricing for specialty materials.
• Executing material/labor evaluations for specialty materials.
• Soliciting bids from subcontractors and vendors.
• Informing immediate supervisor of any inaccuracies or omissions in quoted item or database.
• Developing and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Attending divisional meetings.
• Provide quality control checks of other employees' work output.
• Assist Bid Captains with estimate generation and finalization.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver an accurate product while meeting deadlines.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Experience with estimating techniques and cost control.
• Ability to perform detailed labor and material take-offs.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Bluebeam.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
• Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.
• Knowledge of estimating software.
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or
• Business degree
  
  

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Quiet environment.
• Climbing stairs.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pound.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• As needed.