Estimator II - Electrical

Responsibilities

• Read plans and specifications and understand the requirements of the RFP focusing on electrical systems (high and medium voltage), switchgear, fixtures and devices, temporary power requirements, power distribution, Telecomm, Electronic safety and security, and other related specification sections.
• Analyze, quantify, and provide cost estimates for the electrical scope of work.
• Inclusive of Gilbane’s General Requirements.
• Develop accurate labor crews, crew productivity, and provide input for project schedule.
• Advise designers, in design-build projects, on solutions with the lowest initial cost to meet the RFP.
• Write effective RFI's.
• Create and coordinate comprehensive bid packages.
• Identify and engage with electrical subcontractors throughout the bidding process.
• Create and distribute the electrical bid scope of work checklist.
• Collect, analyze, and compare competitive subcontract and supplier bids.
• Develop and recommend appropriate risk register values for this scope of work.
• Track and report on current material and labor prices, including escalation.
• Track and report on current material and equipment to identify long-lead items.

Qualifications

• KEY COMPETENCIES:
  • Communicate Effectively: Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message.
  • Act Inclusively: Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities, and motivation.
  • Solve Problems: Identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for a solution.
  • Demonstrate Agility/Adaptability: Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.
  • Drive for Results: Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.
  • Create an Atmosphere of Open-Mindedness to Change: Encourage and support a culture where new ideas and perspectives are valued and incorporated.
• Experience/Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management field and/or office experience equivalency.
  • 3 - 5+ years relevant experience Lump Sum Bidding.
  • Experience in Federal construction programs and markets required.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Extensive knowledge of AccuBid, On-Screen Take-Off, and similar software for take-offs and estimate pricing for electrical systems construction.
  • Supportive computer skills for varied formats such as basic Windows applications plus pdf’s, TEAMS, Zoom, etc.
  • Ability to support the design and layout development of electrical and low voltage systems for design-build pursuits.
  • Ability to present estimating deliverables to management and explain advantages in utilizing one contractor over another, scope gaps, cost swings, etc.
  • Ability to conceptually estimate projects with limited information.
  • Ability to estimate multiple facility types such as hospitals, hangars, office structures, specialized mission structures, base improvements, renovations, and additions.
  • Ability to maintain healthy working relationships with industry partners (Owners, designers, subcontractors, etc.) for the development of estimating deliverables.

Pay

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Benefits

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not specified in the job posting.