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.