General Construction Cost Estimator-Federal

General Construction Estimator

Panhandle Power Solutions (PPS) LLC is an Alaska Native-owned company whose services include complete underground / overhead utility services; large scale lighting retrofits; emergency power / load shed systems; solar/PV systems; battery energy storage systems (BESS), and electrical construction for US Government & commercial clients.

Panhandle Power Solutions (PPS) is seeking a General Construction Estimator. This position supports all aspects of the estimating department and reports directly to the Federal Preconstruction Manager. The estimator will serve as a resource to project teams regarding scopes of work for vendors/subcontractors, and clarify bid assumptions, methods, schedule, etc., as required.

Successful General Construction Cost Estimators are disciplined and adept to working in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment. The ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment while possessing a high level of personal initiative and self-reliance is critical.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Reviews and gains a thorough understanding of RFP documents, specifications, & design drawings.
• Works closely with the other members of the proposal team to generate and submit RFIs for proposals.
• Responsible for electrical takeoffs using estimating software, generation of the electrical construction estimate, as well as estimate breakout onto client-provided bid forms.
• Works with Preconstruction Manager (PCM) and other stakeholders to input subcontractor pricing and general requirements costs into the project estimate.
• Primarily responsible for estimated material procurement communications (quote requests), and supplier coordination.
• Works with the other members of the proposal team to ensure that all deliverables are generated and submitted within specified deadlines.
• Communicates regularly with internal company SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) for questions regarding assumptions or areas requiring clarification throughout the proposal process.
• Primarily responsible for the generation of proposal clarifications, assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions as well as draft proposal language.
• Develops high-level project schedules via Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 to support proposal packages.
• Ensures the overall accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness of cost estimate.
• Works with PCM after contract award to review received contracts for accuracy of scope and price to RFP documents and estimate.
• Supports major change order efforts for projects in Course of Construction.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Electrical Construction Knowledge
• General Construction Knowledge
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills required.
• Strong Proficiency of Accubid Anywhere software preferred, but not required.
• Strong Organizational and Interpersonal Skills
• High Proficiency Level with Computer Navigation and Applications such as: Bluebeam or similar PDF editing apps, Microsoft Office 365, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook
• Detailed Construction Take-Off Abilities

• Experience with electrical construction or estimating on federal installations is preferred, but not required.

• Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or general education degree required
  • Required: 5+ Years of relevant experience as a commercial electrical estimator
  • Preferred: 10+ Years of relevant experience as a commercial electrical estimator
• Key Attributes:
  • Takes Ownership of projects and tasks
    • Task and deadline driven. Can be relied upon to meet deadlines without direct supervision in a high-quality manner.
    • Demonstrates high levels of initiative and problem solving.
    • Demonstrates high levels of attention to detail and organization.
  • Demonstrates high levels of self-motivation, initiative, and problem solving.

• Job type: Full-Time Salaried Position
• Position Location: Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office (Destin, FL or Wenatchee, WA)

PPS offers a competitive benefits package to include: paid holidays, paid time off including sick and vacation leave, medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, company paid life insurance, 401(k) with a company match and discretionary profit sharing and tuition reimbursement.

PPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected category. Panhandle Power Solutions is an advocate of preferential hiring and professional development of qualified Bristol Bay Native Corporation shareholders, their spouses and descendants, and Alaska Natives in accordance with Public Law 93-638.