Electrical Estimator

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

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
• Experience, Skill And Abilities: Provide knowledge, skills and availabilities needed to perform the jobs (i.e. language, software applications, etc.)
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity -- both are non-negotiable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
• Strong self-motivation, work ethic, and drive for career growth
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• 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.