Electrical Estimator

Electrical Project Estimator

Star Service, a Fidelity Building Services Group company, is the leading HVAC service provider throughout the entire Gulf Coast, from Texas to Florida. We are committed to providing excellent service, maintenance, and design-build/plan-spec projects for mechanical and electrical systems in commercial and industrial facilities.

We are looking for an all-star Electrical Project Estimator to join our Houston team! Our ideal candidate will be highly skilled in estimating commercial, industrial, and municipal projects.

Responsibilities

As a Project Estimator at Star Service, your primary responsibilities will be:

• Performing all aspects of developing preliminary and/or definitive detailed estimates and proposals for labor, materials and equipment associated with Electrical projects
• Obtaining and evaluating vendor and subcontractor pricing for compliance with project specifications and drawings.
• Attending pre-bid meetings, verify site conditions and interface with Owners, Developers and General Contractors.
• Managing the bid preparation and formal written proposal process in its entirety.
• Electronically maintaining records of all working documents and data to back up estimates and proposals.
• Assisting, organizing, and prioritizing work in conjunction with sales engineers, project managers, and construction management teams.
• Performing jobsite walks as needed by other team members.
• Establishing an active backlog of quotes to ensure the booking goal is met.
• Communicating with internal & external customers professionally and effectively.
• Building and maintaining rapport and positive working relations with field, office and management.
• Ordering equipment and materials as required.

Qualifications

As a Project Estimator at Star Service, you should have the following qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• 5+ years of preparing estimates and proposals for commercial, industrial, and municipal electrical projects using computerized estimation and digital takeoff software.
• Must have the ability to provide a complete commercial construction estimate and proposal for either plan/spec or design/build projects.
• Must be knowledgeable with reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, contacting suppliers for pricing and other documentation in order to prepare timely and accurate labor and cost estimates.
• Ability to survey electrical systems, interpret drawings, equipment and job conditions.
• Ability to obtain quotes from vendors on materials, equipment and lead times.
• Ability to understand/coordinate mechanical construction with other building trades.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with an emphasis on multitasking.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational time management skills.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook with good communication and writing abilities.

Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you would receive:

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Company vehicle and gas card
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family covered, including free preventive care and affordable prescription options.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage, with options to enhance your benefits.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help secure your future, with immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid holidays and a PTO plan that grows with your years of service.
• Opportunities for Career Advancement and Professional Development: We provide education assistance to help you grow your skills and career.
• Extra Perks: Flexible spending accounts, employee discounts, and 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.