Electrical Estimating Manager - Renewable Energy

Position Summary

The Electrical Estimating Manager participates in all aspects of the bid/estimating process from review of plans and specs to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors/suppliers through completion of bid/estimating effort including closeout.

Responsibilities

• Support as appropriate the conceptual and detailed design of solar electrical systems.
• Challenges design concept and assumptions and presents ideas to Precon team.
• Performs quantity take-offs.
• Assists in the pricing and bidding of commercial, renewable, substation, and battery storage projects.
• Supports team with overall electrical system design analysis.
• Communicates with, engineers and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements.
• Prepares qualifications and assumptions that align with the contractual requirements of the project.
• Reviews electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and studies.
• Conducts site visits and inspections as necessary.
• Conducts reviews of milestone design documents to identify, develop and price value alternative opportunities in order to provide enhanced value to our clients.
• Participates in the internal estimate review process.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.
• Directs, coordinates, and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
• Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts.
• Prepares and submits contract documents for legal and risk reviews.
• Participates in Design Build, Hard Bid and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor support and evaluating bids.
• Builds relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy clients.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 2-5 years of equivalent experience required.
• General knowledge of Electrical principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST, Accubid, Tra-ser, and BIM related software.
• Excellent computer skills, and proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail at a high level.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
• Maintains a “value added” approach to estimating.