Electrical Construction Estimator

Sunwest Electric is searching for a top-notch Electrical Estimator to join our Award-Winning Team. This is a rare opportunity for you to join our growing team as an Electrical Estimator, build valuable experience with an industry leader, and enjoy a top compensation package. We are seeking individuals who are interested in long-range career growth and have the strategic ability to plan for their professional futures. Sunwest Electric has a great reputation in the industry with over 35 year as an Electrical Contractor. We are in North Orange County, with a volume of over $40 Million in Annual Sales. At Sunwest, you can be part of a dynamic team that includes the most talented, creative, and experienced people in the industry. Our team of the “best of the best” is the core of a culture that encourages you to improve and grow to the highest level of your abilities.

We have an immediate need for an Estimator. This position will be located at our Anaheim, California Office. If you’re not good, don’t apply.

Benefits:

• Sunwest offers a competitive salary
• Outstanding benefits package, including Health, Dental, 401K Match, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, Bonus potential and the Small Company Feel

Responsibilities:

The Estimator is an integral part of the construction process in producing accurate estimates, which ensures Sunwest’s competitiveness, profitability, and growth.

• Responsible for contacting and working with sub-contractors and suppliers during the bid process to obtain complete bid package information.
• Required to put together complete and accurate budget price based all documents and drawings provided
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing of electrical systems.
• Prepare detailed estimates including assigning material and labor values to take-offs through Accubid software.
• Acquire vendor pricing on specialty materials including, but not limited to, lighting, power, FA, low voltage.
• Maintains positive working relationships with clients, building owners, contractors, consultants, vendors, and partners.
• Show an understanding of electrical equipment, installation means, and terminology.
• Review, and become familiar with project plans, specifications, and other contract documents this would encompass all drawing not just the electrical sheets.
• Review quotations for accuracy, best value, and availability.
• Establish relationships with clients, as well as vendors and subs.
• Must be available by cell phone during business hours.
• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications
• Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
• Perform additional assignments as directed by Department Manager.

Requirements:

• 2 years in the electrical estimating required.
• Ability to completely perform take offs from electrical drawings.
• Must have ability to work fluently with electrical estimating software.
• Able to read architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work on and complete an estimate without guidance.
• Ability to calculate loads in accordance with N.E.C. is a big plus.

· Proficient Organizational skills.

· Excellent communication skills, including personal, written and telephone communications.

· Experience with general office procedures.

· Proficient with Bluebeam, Microsoft Word and Excel

· Ability to research and solve problems resulting from the nature of task assigned.

· Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.

Position Summary:

An Electrical estimator carries out all duties required to properly estimate Electrical projects. An estimator should be able to determine how long each contracting job will last, researching market prices for project materials and equipment and communicating with clients to determine the scope of each project. You should be able to identify ways to continually improve cost-estimating procedures to reduce inconsistencies between estimate and actual project costs. They also possess verbal and writing communication skills and manage time effectively.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Estimating: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Pay Frequency:

• Weekly