Senior Estimator

Responsibilities

• Analyze electrical, mechanical, architectural drawings and other documents to prepare detailed estimates utilizing current estimating software
• Manage large and/or multiple project estimates independently
• Strategize with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments to formulate estimates
• Lead a team of junior estimators on a project pursuit
• Build strong relationships with customers, attend, and coordinate social functions as required
• Work with the Business Development Manager, visit clients, and assist with business promotions (including events that take place outside normal business hours)
• Prepare detailed proposals and bid forms as required by our customers
• Review estimates and proposal letter with Chief Estimator before submission
• Support preconstruction team with cost estimates in design pursuits
• Prepare updated budgets for awarded preconstruction projects
• Review contracts on awarded jobs and assure the contracts include our exclusions, clarifications, and reflect proposal scope
• See that all RFP documents, quotes, other pertinent estimating documents are properly filed and always organized
• Assist with negotiating prices and purchases as necessary
• Organize and lead kick off/hand off meetings on awarded projects
• Prepare and submit pre-bid RFI’s and maintain log
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors, solicit quotes, and review for completeness
• Participate in job walks and pre-bid meetings
• Provide value engineering and cost alternatives as necessary
• Participate in post-bid interview preparation and attend post-bid interview with clients to review estimates
• Participate in current technology training to assure estimating at maximum efficiency and accuracy
• Participate in LEAN, DBIA, etc. training as required
• Train and mentor junior estimating staff as necessary

Requirements

• Minimum 7-10 years experience in the electrical construction industry
• Previous estimating experience required including projects up to $15 million in electrical value
• Strong electrical knowledge in commercial construction including low voltage systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Estimating Systems (ACCUBID Preferred), and Bluebeam
• Customer focused
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Team oriented and able to work well with others
• Detail oriented and organized
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks at the same time
• Ability to work with tight schedules/deadlines
• Electrical engineering familiarity preferred
• Ability to work late when necessary
• Familiarity with the electric code

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program
• 401-K Plan that matches up to $6,000 per employee annually
• 8 paid holidays
• Your birthday as a paid holiday
• 3-4 weeks paid vacation/personal time off depending on years of employment