Estimating Manager - Electric Power Division

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in Colorado, Florida, and Ohio, Hooper provides a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients.

About the role

The Estimating Manager is responsible for estimating assigned “Electric Power” projects (e.g. T&D Powerlines and Substations) and the upkeep of estimating systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops a bid schedule in consultation with department head.
• Responsible for procuring and returning plans for projects to estimate.
• Prepares project estimates in a timely manner by engaging in detailed and accurate plan take-off, and solicitation of appropriate material, equipment and sub-contractor pricing.
• Updates material pricing and labor rates on regular intervals to reflect recent changes.
• Responsible for maintaining the estimating system, including software.
• Prices change orders on large projects.
• Evaluates bid results to track pricing levels.
• Upkeeps project bid database for future reference.
• Evaluates completed job costs against estimated budgeted costs to aid in future estimating.
• Manages, trains, and mentors other estimators to ensure high performance.
• Develops “rules of thumb” estimating techniques and criteria for budget estimating.
• Other general tasks at the request of the department head.
• Attendance at departmental meetings and social functions is required.

Requirements

• Minimum two years technical education in the engineering field, construction management coursework or completion of apprenticeship in a respective discipline.
• At least 5 years of prior estimating experience with related construction industry projects.
• Comfortable leading and guiding teams involved with company projects.
• Analytical and problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
• General computer skills required with a good working knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook and a good understanding of CAD/BIM drawings.
• Comfortable with a wide range of project budgets and estimating 120 - 200 estimates per year based on size.

Physical Working Environment

• Works in a normal office environment and makes site visits when necessary, requiring driving a personal vehicle.
• When in the office, regularly works from a sitting or standing position with a computer. Repetitive typing and computer use required.
• Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting are common, and the ability to climb up and down ladders and steps on site is required with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visits construction site in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Identity Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage