Estimator

Application Instructions

Applicants

A job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, negative drug test satisfactory to the AUI drug and alcohol policy and per state law. Drug test will be performed at a federally certified lab. Upon request, an operator/safety certification must be provided.

This application will be given every consideration, but its receipt does not guarantee that the applicant will be employed. Each question should be answered in a complete, accurate and legible manner as no action can be taken on this application until all questions have been answered.

Position Description

Office Location Preference: Fort Worth, Texas

Summary:

AUI is looking to fill a full-time estimator for the BESS division. The primary role of the Electrical Estimator is to be involved in all aspects of the bid and estimating process. This position will be tasked with reviewing plans and specs, and the negotiating process with our industry partners. They will be responsible for the whole package of a bid from quantity take-off pricing, scoping, and bidding of the construction projects.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate project site before bid to identify potential problems, access issues, haul routes, waste areas, borrow areas, staging areas, dump sites, etc.
• Determine project scope and scope of work to be self-performed and subcontracted
• Issue invitations to bid and supply bid documents to potential subcontractors and suppliers via online plan rooms
• Serve as company liaison to subcontractors and vendors during the bidding process
• Perform complete and accurate quantity takeoffs for individual items of work
• Maintain an accurate estimate file including correspondence, takeoff, addenda, photos, quotations, estimating software report, and bid submittal documents
• Ensures all documentation specific to the respective discipline is appropriately represented in the estimate.
• Conduct and facilitate Final Estimate Review with Management
• Ensure bid submittal documents are completed fully and correctly
• Complete estimate buyout, issue letters of intent and prepare the estimate information notebook
• Conduct hand-off meeting with project personnel
• Coordinate and work closely with Project Managers during the project
• Investigate value engineering options as required
• Assist with identifying potential projects within the marketplace which align with the company's goals, expertise, and operational needs
• Reviews and identifies strategy of bid related documentation, such as general conditions and indirect cost, contract terms and other documents.
• Participates in Business Development pursuits and presentations as needed.
• Performs business development, networking and marketing activities related to securing clients and winning programs/projects

Position Requirements

• Minimum 5 plus years of construction estimating experience.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university in Construction Science or Electrical Engineering is preferred, but not required.
• Systems knowledge of civil, mechanical, electrical components
• Background with an electrical contractor, preferably with a focus on BESS/Solar projects preferred.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office suite, as well as other industry-standard tools and estimating software.
• Analytical and detail oriented.
• Creative and able to problem solve in a highly dynamic environment.
• Exceptional writing and oral communication skills.

*No third-party recruiting solicitation accepted at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any disability as defined in the Americans With Disabilities Act, or for any other reason protected by State and/or Federal law.