Electrical Estimator - Egan Company

Are you driven to create estimates for commercial construction projects? In this crucial role, you’ll move projects forward by providing timely, accurate, and consistent estimates. We're seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Electrical Construction team to grasp the electrical scope of projects and propose viable budgets.

With the flexibility of working hybrid, you can collaborate alongside team members and project partners with a blend of working in the office, at home, and on customer and project sites.

Responsibilities:

• Develop plan & spec and design-build estimates.

• Critically analyze all documents related to a project, including architectural, structural, mechanical, and specialty systems drawing and specifications; identify the essential items that affect the scope of work.

• Develops effective relationships with customers, designers, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project partners.

• Develop and communicate the trade specific scope of work and subcontractor scopes.

• Compile and maintain a list of necessary subcontractors (minimum three per trade).

• Communicate RFP, scope, and coordination items.

• Work to develop an “edge” - what sets Egan apart..

• Provide feedback to vendors and subcontractors.

• Compile lists of required materials and equipment as it relates to specific projects.

• Ensure the correct materials are used in estimates.

• Communicate RFP, scope and coordination items.

• Attend pre-bid conferences and walkthroughs.

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs, price, and labor on all items.

• Enter take-offs into the Enterprise estimating system.

• Assist Project Managers with change order estimates, as needed.

• Assist in the development of budget estimates and estimate reviews.

• Develop standardized assemblies and unit costs.

• Review project schedule and phasing requirements.

• Understand the plan for constructability: material handling, prefabrication, means and methods, risk identification.

• Identify general condition needs, such as tools required, equipment rentals, lifts, and miscellaneous.

• Participate in project turnover, set up and post-project reviews.

• Build strong internal partnerships; work collaboratively with other Egan groups to support Egan’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

• Visit project and customer sites as needed.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of estimating experience in related industry.

• Two-year degree or applicable vocational technical certificate.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read and interpret specifications/narratives and blueprints for all trades that impact electrical.

• Working knowledge of codes in the electrical discipline and comfort level with cost per sq ft project analysis.

• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.

• Ability to build and foster long-term relationships and effectively interact with a variety of personalities; follow through with commitments.

• Ability to foresee events and anticipate changes in conditions and operations to the greatest extent possible and react to these appropriately.

• Possess strong organizational skills to effectively handle competing customer needs and priorities.

• Diligent and resourceful in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide sufficiently to perform standard mathematical calculations.

• Previous experience using estimating software and proficient in the use of standard office computer programs such as MS Project, Word, Excel and Google Suite.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

OUR SUCCESS IS SHAPED BY THE STRENGTH OF OUR TEAM

At Egan, our shared passion and pride are redefining the industry standard of customer care. We work together to promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and stay safe. We are committed to providing the growth opportunities in which our employees and customers are looking.

From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan Company collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At nearly 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work-sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we’re proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.

Egan Company is one of the largest, multi-trade, specialty construction contractors and system integrators in the Midwest. We provide in-house expertise in planning, design, engineering, construction, and maintenance by representing over 15 skilled trade unions serving virtually every infrastructure discipline in the industry. Core services include: mechanical, electrical, engineering & design, curtain wall/glazing/panel systems (InterClad), millwrights, fabrication, building systems, controls & system integration, and service.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

Egan Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, and status with regard to public assistance, protected veteran status, familial status, or other characteristic protected by law.

We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email recruiting@eganco.com.

Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment substance abuse test and a background check. We also participate in E-Verify. #LI-Hybrid