Electrical Estimator - Commercial Division
Kolb Electric · Frederick, MD · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain exceptional, first class customer service
- Estimate and bid project new opportunities in a timely manner as received
- Be proficient at reading site plans, and a full understanding of a complete Electrical system and Fire alarm system
- Be proficient at project management and bidding software
- Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers, peers, supervisors, administrative staff, field craft workers, field supervision, vendors, subcontractors, inspectors, and power companies
- Execute and manage all terms of project contracts
- Partner with Foreman, Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Estimators to ensure a complete scope of work is defined
- Monitor and manage all project budgets and costs
- Build and maintain relationships with Owners and General Contractors
- Develop and manage accurate cost projections and evaluate project performance; update monthly Work-In-Progress
- Monitor and prepare project schedules with milestone deadlines to achieve
- Prepare and present computer generated spreadsheets and reports
- Maintain regular communication and collaboration with entire project team, including Project Foreman, Project Manager, General Contractor, Architect/Engineer, and other subcontractors
- Prepare and manage communications with General Contractors or Construction Managers for assigned projects
- Generate new work by developing new relationships and maintaining existing relationships with Owners and General Contractors
- Recommend methods and/or improvements based on project needs and resource capabilities
- Offer creative, cutting-edge, and outside-the-box ideas and solutions to Customers
- Estimate/price and negotiate change orders as required
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and subsequent construction documents to confirm project requirements and opportunities for value engineering
- Provide attention to detail, efficiency, and integrity in all aspects of the work
- Conduct and document procurement activities and efforts, including, but not limited to, commodity materials, consumables, necessary tools and equipment, major material packages, and subcontracts
- Report and resolve customer concerns and/or grievances as needed
- Ensure job site employees maintain a safe and efficient work environment
- Attend and conduct meetings as required
- Hold a valid driver's license and responsible transportation required
- Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established
- Travel to various project sites as required
Physical Demands
- Sit
- Climb or balance
- Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Benefits
- Take Home Company Vehicle
- 401(k) & 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Tuition reimbursement and electrical licensing sponsorship with approval
- Great career growth potential (Promote from Within)