ESTIMATOR|Weekly Pay

The Estimator is responsible for estimating the costs and resources required for electrical construction projects. They analyze project specifications, drawings, and other relevant documents to accurately determine the materials, labor, and equipment needed for a project. Their primary goal is to provide accurate and competitive cost estimates to help clients make informed decisions and ensure successful project execution.

Cost Estimation: Review project plans, specifications, and related documents to develop accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This involves quantifying materials, labor hours, and equipment requirements based on the project scope and specifications.

Analysis of Project Documents: Conduct a thorough analysis of electrical drawings, drawings, and technical specifications to identify all electrical components, wiring layouts, circuitry, and equipment needed for the project. This analysis helps in determining accurate quantities and ensuring compliance with electrical codes and standards.

Material and Labor Takeoff: Perform material takeoffs by identifying and quantifying the electrical components required for the project. Estimate the labor hours needed for installation, wiring, testing, and other electrical tasks. Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing and availability information for materials and labor.

Cost Database Maintenance: Maintain an up-to-date cost database with accurate pricing information for electrical materials, equipment, and labor. This database serves as a reference for future cost estimations and helps in comparing estimates with actual project costs.

Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and proposals for electrical construction projects. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and competitiveness of the bid.

Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering throughout the estimating process. Suggest alternative materials, construction methods, or design modifications that can improve efficiency, reduce costs, or enhance project quality without compromising safety or functionality.

Risk Assessment: Assess and quantify potential risks and uncertainties that may impact the project's cost, schedule, or feasibility. Identify and analyze risk factors such as market conditions, material availability, labor productivity, and regulatory requirements. Develop contingency plans and strategies to mitigate risks and ensure project success.

Maintain accurate records of estimating activities, including project documents, correspondence, and cost data. Generate reports and summaries to communicate the estimating process, assumptions, and outcomes to project stakeholders and management.

Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and other team members to ensure the alignment of the estimating process with project goals and requirements. Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to obtain accurate and competitive pricing information.

Continuous Learning and Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest industry trends, electrical codes, regulations, and technologies related to estimating practices. Participate in professional development activities, attend seminars, and seek certifications to enhance skills and knowledge in electrical estimating.

The Estimator is responsible for estimating the costs and resources required for electrical construction projects. They analyze project specifications, drawings, and other relevant documents to accurately determine the materials, labor, and equipment needed for a project. Their primary goal is to provide accurate and competitive cost estimates to help clients make informed decisions and ensure successful project execution.

Cost Estimation: Review project plans, specifications, and related documents to develop accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This involves quantifying materials, labor hours, and equipment requirements based on the project scope and specifications.

Analysis of Project Documents: Conduct a thorough analysis of electrical drawings, drawings, and technical specifications to identify all electrical components, wiring layouts, circuitry, and equipment needed for the project. This analysis helps in determining accurate quantities and ensuring compliance with electrical codes and standards.

Material and Labor Takeoff: Perform material takeoffs by identifying and quantifying the electrical components required for the project. Estimate the labor hours needed for installation, wiring, testing, and other electrical tasks. Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing and availability information for materials and labor.

Cost Database Maintenance: Maintain an up-to-date cost database with accurate pricing information for electrical materials, equipment, and labor. This database serves as a reference for future cost estimations and helps in comparing estimates with actual project costs.

Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and proposals for electrical construction projects. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and competitiveness of the bid.

Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering throughout the estimating process. Suggest alternative materials, construction methods, or design modifications that can improve efficiency, reduce costs, or enhance project quality without compromising safety or functionality.

Risk Assessment: Assess and quantify potential risks and uncertainties that may impact the project's cost, schedule, or feasibility. Identify and analyze risk factors such as market conditions, material availability, labor productivity, and regulatory requirements. Develop contingency plans and strategies to mitigate risks and ensure project success.

Maintain accurate records of estimating activities, including project documents, correspondence, and cost data. Generate reports and summaries to communicate the estimating process, assumptions, and outcomes to project stakeholders and management.

Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and other team members to ensure the alignment of the estimating process with project goals and requirements. Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to obtain accurate and competitive pricing information.

Continuous Learning and Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest industry trends, electrical codes, regulations, and technologies related to estimating practices. Participate in professional development activities, attend seminars, and seek certifications to enhance skills and knowledge in electrical estimating.

Position requires extended hours, which will vary depending on job and site requirements. Each job will require their own specific hours of operation.

May need to work weekends if business needs require

Must be able to stand and walk continuously through shift

May be exposed to dust, noise, fumes, and odoriferous working conditions when visiting project site

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field; combination of relevant education and / or field experience considered in lieu of degree

Good knowledge of local and national electrical codes

Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include drawings, proposals and other relevant documents

Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software

Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgendered or bisexual status, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The Company complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which The Company has facilities. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas. The Company and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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