Senior Estimator

About the role

This position can be based out of any of our Clinton, MD or fully remote locations. 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, technological, and specialty systems. We are committed to building in ways that are technologically advanced, sustainable, scalable, and equitable by all. Our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project.

Responsibilities

• Assists 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.
• Collaborates with job-specific teams, participates in business development and client management, and provides training and mentoring to junior estimators.
• Plans and coordinates the activities of each assigned project for quality and accuracy of work, including performing estimates, scheduling tasks, achieving goals and standards.
• Leads the creation of all bids, documents, and reports accurately, completely, 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.
• Aids in the interview procurement process and 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 maximize 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.

Requirements

• 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

• Growth mindset and continuous learning.
• Superior analytical and mathematical skills, conceptual estimating, and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability and exceptional time management.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision).
• A robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Access to wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate remote work or local Clinton, MD location.