Senior Estimator

Morrow-Meadows Corporation is accepting applications for a full-time Senior Estimator for its Electrical Division in City of Industry, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze electrical, mechanical, architectural drawings and other documents to prepare detailed estimates utilizing current estimating software
• Manage large and/or multiple project estimates independently
• Strategize with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments to formulate estimates
• Lead a team of junior estimators on a project pursuit
• Build strong relationships with customers, attend, and coordinate social functions as required
• Work with the Business Development Manager, visit clients, and assist with business promotions (including events that take place outside normal business hours)
• Prepare detailed proposals and bid forms as required by our customers
• Review estimates and proposal letter with Chief Estimator before submission
• Support preconstruction team with cost estimates in design pursuits
• Prepare updated budgets for awarded preconstruction projects
• Review contracts on awarded jobs and assure the contracts include our exclusions, clarifications, and reflect proposal scope
• See that all RFP documents, quotes, other pertinent estimating documents are properly filed and always organized
• Assist with negotiating prices and purchases as necessary
• Organize and lead kick off/hand off meetings on awarded projects
• Prepare and submit pre-bid RFI’s and maintain log
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors, solicit quotes, and review for completeness
• Participate in job walks and pre-bid meetings
• Provide value engineering and cost alternatives as necessary
• Participate in post-bid interview preparation and attend post-bid interview with clients to review estimates
• Participate in current technology training to assure estimating at maximum efficiency and accuracy
• Participate in LEAN, DBIA, etc. training as required
• Train and mentor junior estimating staff as necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum 7-10 years experience in the electrical construction industry
• Previous estimating experience required including projects up to $15 million in electrical value
• Strong electrical knowledge in commercial construction including low voltage systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Estimating Systems (ACCUBID Preferred), and Bluebeam
• Customer focused
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Team oriented and able to work well with others
• Detail oriented and organized
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks at the same time
• Ability to work with tight schedules/deadlines
• Electrical engineering familiarity preferred
• Ability to work late when necessary
• Familiarity with the electric code

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program
• 401-K Plan that matches up to $6,000 per employee annually
• 8 paid holidays
• Your birthday as a paid holiday
• 3-4 weeks paid vacation/personal time off depending on years of employment

Morrow-Meadows Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The compensation range for this position is: $135,000.00-$190,000.00. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.