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Electrical & Instrumentation Estimator - AZCO (Multiple Locations)

Azco

The Role

Overview

Prepares and presents construction cost estimates and bids for projects

Key Responsibilities

  • cost estimating
  • bid packages
  • subcontractor review
  • risk analysis
  • value engineering
  • schedule development

Tasks

-Interface with Procurement and Operations to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates. -Conduct subcontractor labor and market studies and make recommendations based on those results. -Review subcontractor solicitations, quotes, RFP compliance, clarifications, exceptions, and evaluations. -Review small and disadvantaged business solicitations and evaluations. -Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors. -Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work. -Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions. -Consult with clients, procurement, subcontractors, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. -Review DOR completion, assignments, estimating quantities, and scope of project. -Review commercial terms and conditions with legal counsel for cost and risk items and present concerns to lead estimator. -Develop project summary schedules. -Present estimating information and attend pre bid meetings. -Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose a mitigation strategy. -Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts. -Evaluate and condition subcontractor and supplier quotes. Develop and present estimating strategy and plan. -Analyze and price value engineering for submission. -Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced. -Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions. -Analyze and insert specialty and standard equipment and material pricing into the estimate. -Complies with all policies and standards. -Conduct solicitation and pre-qualification tasks for small and disadvantaged businesses and subcontractors. -Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals for construction projects. -Analyze historical data and provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs. -Assist with analyzing completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies. -Evaluate fee, contingency, and escalation and make recommendations.

Requirements

  • microsoft office
  • powerbi
  • accubid
  • bachelor degree
  • problem solving
  • estimating

What You Bring

-Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions. -Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. -Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills. -Thorough knowledge of company procedures, estimating techniques, various construction disciplines, cost control systems required. -Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail. -Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 3 years of direct project estimating experience -Software experience such as Quotesoft, Accubid, Oracle, and PowerBI desired. -Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

The Company

About Azco

-Established as a trusted leader in the construction and engineering sector, specializing in delivering large-scale industrial, infrastructure, and energy projects. -Reputation built on experience and reliability, making it a go-to partner for complex construction endeavors, from power plants to commercial and industrial structures. -Prides itself on executing some of the most challenging projects across diverse sectors, including energy generation, utilities, and heavy civil works. -Financial stability has allowed consistent investment in the best technology and skilled workforce, ensuring high-quality and timely project delivery. -Typical projects include large infrastructure developments, energy generation facilities, and specialized industrial constructions. -Notable for its innovative approach and comprehensive solutions, successfully delivering projects that exceed client expectations while adhering to safety standards. -Unique ability to manage and execute projects requiring multidisciplinary expertise, making it a go-to contractor for specialized and high-stakes projects.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Power

Pulp and Paper

Oil and Gas

Industrial

Renewable Energy

Battery Storage

Transmission and Distribution