Construction Estimator

Estimating Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and customer standards to determine the full scope of work and estimating requirements
• Prepare disciplined estimates by calculating complete take-off of scope of work
• Create and update estimates using estimating/project management software
• Submit bids and proposals on projects estimated after approval

Cost & Data Management

• Maintain and update cost databases and estimating systems with current supplier pricing, labor rates, and unit values
• Collect and analyze supplier data to ensure accurate and competitive bid preparation
• Recommend and implement improvements to estimating tools and procedures to increase efficiency and accuracy

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Maintain organized, up-to-date project files and drawings to support accuracy throughout the estimating process
• Turn over finalized estimates and supporting documentation to managers and leadership as required
• Cook with and document vendor interactions to ensure project specifications and pricing align with project requirements
• Complete additional assignments as directed to support team and organizational goals

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination

• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company
• Support goal of achieving zero accidents
• Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant’s Heart – Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom – Insightful, Integrity – Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage – Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility – Modest and Respectful, Passion – Unfailing Dedication

Qualifications And Requirements

• A High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• Higher education OR equivalent experience preferred
• Experience within the construction (specifically electrical construction) industry preferred
• Ability to read and understand various construction documents

Ability to:

• Have a positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
• Be strong in self-motivation, work ethic, and drive for career growth
• Have strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Have strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of the company and customers

Physical Requirements:

• An office environment, requiring sitting and standing and extended amounts of time using a computer/keyboard at a single workstation.

CarolinaPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.