Estimator - Electrical - Job Juncture

JOB SUMMARY

Estimator is responsible for providing technical estimating and supervision of estimators from bid preparation through job close out documentation to the customer.

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• A working knowledge of electrical estimating at a level normally acquired through completion of a 4-year degree or related field or equivalent experience
• Five years’ experience in electrical estimating.

Experience in the construction industry.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Familiar with a variety of electrical concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work and successfully complete projects under tight deadlines.
• Provide ongoing, timely communication to key stakeholders regarding project status.
• Ability to work independently and lead and direct the work of others.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of tasks requiring attention to detail.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversees and manages estimating processes and procedures as outlined in the Project Operations Manual
• Responsible for all aspects of technical estimating including initial estimate, obtaining list of generals and addendums
• May personally develop estimates for large or complex projects
• Reviews bid form and other breakdown requirements prior to starting the takeoff. Ensure clarification through communication with the owner or general, as required
• Responsible for submission of bond request prior to bid date and with enough lead time
• Responsible for review of project schedule during the bid process
• Obtains Market Recovery where required
• Contacts suppliers necessary for specialty items (fixtures, site work, subcontracts, etc.)
• Determines costs for permits and fees
• Supervision and scheduling of estimating staff at the corporate office or other sites as required
• Obtains authorization to bid under direction of VP of Preconstruction
• Maintain the estimating database including pricing updates and assembly additions or revisions
• Maintain default job to ensure labor rates and equipment pricing is current
• Preliminary review of estimates prior to official review by Group Manager, Vice President or President
• Closes bid under direction of Group Manager, Vice President or President
• Ensure that preconstruction process is followed, and all information is properly stored and filed on the network drive
• Ensure historical data collection process is followed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid term life insurance and AD&D coverage
• 401k retirement plan with employer match and company contribution.
• PTO accrual of 0.0580/hour – up to 120 hours in a full year (subject to plan terms thereafter)
• 7 company paid holidays
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• ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONBackground check, credit check, MVR and drug screen may be required (will vary by position).
• May be required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Due to the need for unescorted access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems, must submit to periodic background checks.
• May be required to submit to periodic background checks if position requires access to security sensitive business locations and/or systems.
• Requires travel: Minimal (up to 10%)
• Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. EEO/AAP