Senior Estimator

SENIOR ESTIMATOR This position is on-site at our San Jose Office. About ArchKey ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible. Description We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impact lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future. Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset, bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale. About The Position As a Structured Cabling Estimator, you will assist the preconstruction and project management teams with preconstruction services including preparation of estimates, proposal and bid reviews, document reviews, cost value analysis, cost and systems review, analysis and comparisons, historical evaluations, and bid processes. Our Senior Estimators play a key role collaborating with job-specific teams, participates in business development and client management, and provide training and mentoring to junior estimators. Our Ideal Candidate Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow. Has superior analytical and mathematical skills, conceptual estimating, and critical thinking skills. Is detail oriented with strong problem-solving ability and exceptional time management. Day in the Life Plans and coordinates the activities of each assigned project for quality and accuracy of work. This includes performing estimates, scheduling tasks, achieving goals and standards. Leads the creation of all bids, documents, and reports accurately, complete, and professionally. Secures and reviews quotes from subcontractors with the estimator on that project. Plans all project take-offs to optimize efficiency of labor. Attends and leads estimate review meetings on all estimates. Assists in the interview procurement process and the proposal writing for RFPs. Works with the project manager and chief estimator to determine the general expenses, labor rates, and other costs associated with each project. Works with the design department on design build projects to assure an accurate and constructible project. Works with the purchasing department to reduce the risk of material buyouts. Utilizes estimating software to properly estimate projects. Ensures all estimates and RFPs are fulfilled to the customers’ or the Company’s conditions for satisfaction. Stays informed of new electrical codes, technology, techniques, and practices. Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and to determine the most cost effective and efficient plans possible. Composes, plans, coordinates, and controls all assigned estimates to maximum time while meeting project deadlines to customers and co-workers. Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with clients, subcontractors, and co-workers. Coaches and mentors’ other estimators and co-workers on large projects. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree or equivalent work experience in construction management or a related field. Minimum 5-8 years of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, and design/build estimating. Experience using Accubid or similar estimating software. Experience with field installation or similar work. Skills #J-18808-Ljbffr ArchKey Solutions LLC