Electrical Estimating Manager - Renewable Energy
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. · Houston, TX · 2 wk ago
Engineering$123k/yrFull-time
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.
- Conducts reviews of milestone design documents to identify, develop and price value alternative opportunities in order to provide enhanced value to our clients.
- Actively 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.
- General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
- 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.
Benefits
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. For California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $123,200 - $154,600. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.