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Senior Estimator

ArchKey Solutions · Clinton, MD · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the posting includes "About ArchKey", "About The Position", "Our Ideal Candidate", "Day in the Life", "Minimum Qualifications", "Benefits". Also maybe "Travel". We need to use

for section headings. Use
  • for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use

    for prose. Do not repeat job title as heading. Do not include Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate (legal, EEO, fraud disclaimer). Also remove navigation/cookie etc. We need to preserve all substantive information. We need to decide which sections to include based on content. We have: - About ArchKey (company description) - could be "About the company" but not listed as allowed heading? Allowed headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. The instruction: use

    for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says e.g., meaning these are examples, but we should use those headings when appropriate. However we can also use other headings? It says use

    for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Likely they expect us to use those specific headings when applicable. But we have content like "About ArchKey" (company overview) and "About The Position". Could map to "About the role". Also "Our Ideal Candidate" could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications". "Day in the Life" could be "Responsibilities". "Minimum Qualifications" could be "Qualifications". "Skills" maybe separate. "Benefits" is a heading. "Travel" maybe not needed; could be omitted or included under something else? It says only include a section when posting has real, specific content for it. Travel: "Occasional travel may be required." That's specific content, but we don't have a heading for Travel in allowed list; we could maybe put under "Schedule"? Not exactly. Could we create a "Travel" heading? The instruction says use

    for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but suggests those are typical. Safer to stick to those headings. Travel could be omitted? But it's substantive. Could include under "Schedule"? Not really. Could include under "Responsibilities"? Not exactly. Could create a separate heading "Travel" but might deviate. The instruction: "Use

    for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It doesn't say you cannot use other headings, but examples given. I'd interpret that we should use those headings where applicable, and if there is content not fitting those, we could still create a heading but maybe better to incorporate into existing sections. Travel could be placed under "Schedule"? Not exactly. Could be under "About the role" as a note. But we need to preserve all substantive information; we can include a

    about travel under "About the role" or maybe under "Responsibilities". I'd add a

    under "About the role" after company description. Let's structure:

    About the role

    ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. ... (the whole About ArchKey paragraph). Also mention that the position can be fully remote or assigned to a local office.

    Then maybe

    Responsibilities

    with
      of duties from "Day in the Life" and also from "As an Electrical Estimator, you will assist..." etc. Then

      Qualifications

      with
        of minimum qualifications. Then

        Skills

        with
          of skills listed. Then

          Benefits

          with
            of benefits. We should not include Pay or Schedule as they are not specified. We need to ensure we don't repeat content unnecessarily. Let's extract details. Company description paragraph: "About ArchKey ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible. We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future. Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale." Position location note: "This position can be fully remote or assigned to a local office." Now responsibilities: from "As an Electrical Estimator, you will assist the preconstruction and project management teams with preconstruction services including preparation of estimates, proposal and bid reviews, document reviews, cost value analysis, cost and systems review, analysis and comparisons, historical evaluations, and bid processes. Our Senior Estimators play a key role collaborating with job-specific teams, participates in business development and client management, and provide training and mentoring to junior estimators." Then "Day in the Life" bullet-like sentences: - Plans and coordinates the activities of each assigned project for quality and accuracy of work. This includes performing estimates, scheduling tasks, achieving goals and standards. - Leads the creation of all bids, documents, and reports accurately, complete, and professionally. - Secures and reviews quotes from subcontractors with the estimator on that project. - Plans all project take-offs to optimize efficiency of labor. - Attends and leads estimate review meetings on all estimates. - Assists in the interview procurement process and the proposal writing for RFPs. - Works with the project manager and chief estimator to determine the general expenses, labor rates, and other costs associated with each project. - Works with the design department on design build projects to assure an accurate and constructible project. - Works with the purchasing department to reduce the risk of material buyouts. - Utilizes estimating software to properly estimate projects. - Ensures all estimates and RFPs are fulfilled to the customers’ or the Company’s conditions for satisfaction. - Stays informed of new electrical codes, technology, techniques, and practices. - Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and to determine the most cost effective and efficient plans possible. - Composes, plans, coordinates, and controls all assigned estimates to maximum time while meeting project deadlines to customers and co-workers. - Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with clients, subcontractors, and co-workers. - Coaches and mentors’ other estimators and co-workers on large projects. We can turn each sentence into
          • . Minimum Qualifications bullet list: - Associate degree or equivalent work experience in construction management or a related field. - Minimum 5-8 years of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, and design/build estimating. - Experience using Accubid or similar estimating software. - Experience with field installation or similar work. - Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications. - Must have extensive knowledge of electrical codes. - Excellent conceptual estimating and critical thinking skills. - Demonstrated strong analytical and mathematical skills. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including high quality documentation and report preparation. - Strong telephone communication and client communication skills. - Strong leadership, independent problem-solving skills, detail orientation, time management and customer service skills. - Strong coaching, training, and mentoring skills. - In-depth skills and experience in project management. - Thorough understanding of the project life cycle. Skills list maybe overlapping with qualifications; but we can separate: "Skills to read, interpret..." etc. Actually many of those are skills. The qualifications list includes skills. We could combine qualifications and skills, but instruction says prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. Could merge Qualifications and Skills into one section "Qualifications". But we have also a separate "Skills" heading allowed. Might be better to have Qualifications (education/experience) and Skills (technical/soft skills). However many items overlap. Let's decide: Use "Qualifications" for education/experience requirements, and "Skills" for abilities. Thus: Qualifications (
              ): - Associate degree or equivalent work experience in construction management or a related field. - Minimum 5-8 years of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, and design/build estimating. - Experience using Accubid or similar estimating software. - Experience with field installation or similar work. Skills (
                ): - Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications. - Must have extensive knowledge of electrical codes. - Excellent conceptual estimating and critical thinking skills. - Demonstrated strong analytical and mathematical skills. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including high quality documentation and report preparation. - Strong telephone communication and client communication skills. - Strong leadership, independent problem-solving skills, detail orientation, time management and customer service skills. - Strong coaching, training, and mentoring skills. - In-depth skills and experience in project management. - Thorough understanding of the project life cycle. Benefits (
                  ): - Competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision) - Robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match - Paid time off and holidays - Access to wellness programs - Professional development opportunities - Tuition reimbursement - Employee assistance programs Travel: we can add a

                  under About the role or Responsibilities: "Occasional travel may be required." We should not include legal/EOO/fraud disclaimer. Now produce HTML fragment. We need to ensure we use

                  for each section heading. Let's craft:

                  About the role

                  ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible. We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future. Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale. This position can be fully remote or assigned to a local office. Occasional travel may be required.

                  Responsibilities

                  • Assist the preconstruction and project management teams with preconstruction services including preparation of estimates, proposal and bid reviews, document reviews, cost value analysis, cost and systems review, analysis and comparisons, historical evaluations, and bid processes.
                  • Play a key role collaborating with job-specific teams, participate in business development and client management, and provide training and mentoring to junior estimators.
                  • Plan and coordinate the activities of each assigned project for quality and accuracy of work, including performing estimates, scheduling tasks, achieving goals and standards.
                  • Lead the creation of all bids, documents, and reports accurately,

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