Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

The Senior Estimator will play a critical leadership role in managing all phases of the estimating process for commercial and industrial electrical projects from initial take-offs through project hand-off to Project Management. This position requires strong technical estimating expertise, financial and project acumen, and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and public-sector stakeholders while identifying new business opportunities and supporting the company's continued growth.

Experience & Responsibilities

Ø 5+ years of commercial & industrial electrical estimator experience is a MUST

• Ø The Estimator is responsible for all project aspects. Including but not limited to:
• o Electrical project estimation - commercial & industrial – from the point of "take-off" to "hand-off" to Project Managers
• o Commercial & industrial electrical technical knowledge with lighting systems, electrical distribution equipment, emergency generation equipment, airfield lighting and underground installations and more
• o General construction knowledge in excavation, heavy equipment, dealing with laborers, concrete work, and utilities
• o Financial acumen and mindset are important; project p&ls, vendor pricing strategies, etc.
• o Research, investigation, and systems aptitude – understanding of bidding websites (government & CIS websites), W.I.P. reports, and project management systems – about 20 new opportunity leads per day
• o MUST be able to demonstrate ability to effectively interact and communicate regularly with GCs, State & City contacts, Federal level contacts, and of course various types of clients
• o Participate in pre-bid site visits, and job meetings
• o Prepare job budgets and scope of work
• o Review and negotiate for subcontractor bids
• o Bid development, preparation, and execution
• o Establish, work closely with, and maintain professional relationships with vendors
• o Establish, work closely with, and maintain professional relationships with current customers and potential clients
• o The Estimator is a key person in Identifying new business opportunities via all channels within the position
• o Conduct yourself both internally and externally as a key member of the company/team and always represent the company in a professional manner
• o The Estimator needs to have experience and the auto-mindset of working with anyone and everyone both internally and externally in a collaborative and professional manner
• o Automatically operate accurately and expeditiously to deliver first in class customer service
• o The Estimator will play a key role in our weekly team drumbeat meetings (every Monday)
• o MUST have the ability to read and update construction drawings/blueprints

Candidate Qualifications

Ø MUST have strong skill sets using estimating and project bidding software (we are using AccuBid, but similar systems are fine)

Ø Success in this role will require independent thinker with strong accountability

Ø MUST come with an automatic problem solver & solutions-oriented mindset

Ø Clear written and oral communication – internally and externally. We are a big teamwork shop!

Ø Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ø Ability to work under pressure and multi-task without losing focus

Job Requirements

• Ø Bachelor's in construction management or equivalent experience.
• Ø Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ø Must be authorized to work within the United States of America.
• Ø Must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations.
• Ø Must have reliable transportation.
• Ø Must be able to pass a drug test, as required.