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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & SCOPE:
The estimating department is responsible for producing project-specific construction estimates based on written and/or oral instructions from our clients. Your role in this process will be as follows:
The primary responsibility to develop accurate and timely electrical construction estimates on which we base competitive bids and proposals for our client-base of General Contractors, Owners, Developers and end-users.
Analyze and interpret detailed drawings and specifications.
Determine and price value-engineered alternatives to plans and specifications.
Perform budget pricing from schematic drawings and narrative.
Draft scope letters, proposals and vendor solicitations.
Attend job walks; pre-bid meetings; collaborations and conferences with clients and design professionals.
Support the functioning of the Estimating Department; the education and development of junior personnel; on-going development and maintenance of computerized estimating programs and databases; congenial relations with clients and vendors.
Work under deadline pressures in an efficient, composed and calm manner.
Work on change-orders and cost-to-complete estimates of on-going projects.
Help create and communicate company standards for estimating electrical design/build and plans
and specs work.
Additional duties as assigned by management
QUALIFICATIONS:
A high school diploma or GED is required, but a degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar studies is preferred.
Ability to work in a deadline driven, fast paced environment with a drive to get the job done.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Design/Build experience preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of electrical estimating experience on commercial projects,
At least 2 years experience with design/build projects is preferred.
Prior field experience is preferred. Must have solid understanding of the electrical construction process in a wide variety of project types.
Knowledge and proficiency with Code requirements and basic electrical engineering
calculations; Voltage-drop, Ohms law, conduit-fill, wire ampacity, de-rating, etc.
Extensive experience with MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook, and EBM as well as, On Screen Take Off.).
Analytical, problem-solving mentality
A team player who will work closely with estimating support staff, field supervisor, material purchasing manager and ownership to ensure proper coordination throughout all phases of a project.