Senior Industrial Electrical Estimator

Description

CONSTRUCT YOUR CAREER WITH MEARS AND BUILD AMERICA'S FUTURE

• Submit approved final bid to customer by stated due date
• Assist field personnel in developing and/or recommending change orders as needed
• Attend customer scheduled pre-bid meetings:
• Identify risks and develop project contingencies
• Ask project related questions and record customer response
• Review RFP packages provided by customer
• Prepare written proposal outlining clarifications, exceptions and assumptions
• Assist in preparing and submitting project/contract deliverables to the customer as required by the contract and internal requirements
• Participate in contract pre-planning meetings
• Negotiate positive resolutions with customer on any disputes that may arise
• Build and submit estimates (bids):
• Present final draft to management for final determination and risk assessment
• Site visits in a range of weather conditions, including hot and cold weather
• Assist in preparation of change orders if necessary
• Travel as needed for site visits and client meetings
• Maintain files as back-up for estimate figures
• Provide job related documentation to field operations, project management staff and back office/administrative staff as needed
• Proactively identify known or anticipated construction problems and suggest solutions to minimize cost and mitigate risk
• Review work requirements with local operations management
• Visit job location to assess site conditions and assess constructability
• Research and define cost elements related to project construction including labor, equipment, materials and subcontractors

Requirements

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

We are looking for a Senior Industrial Estimator in the Industrial Electrical industry. The Senior Industrial Estimator’s primary responsibilities include timely and accurate development of bids and proposals for the management and construction. If you have practical field knowledge and excellent communication skills, come join Mears and play an essential role in our projects’ success!

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Experience estimating I&E for Oil & Gas Facilities and/or manufacturing construction projects is preferred
• Expert in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point
• Excellent organization skills
• Proficient in technical writing
• Walking on uneven and variable terrain
• Experience with Trimble Accubid preferred
• Standing, walking, and sitting for long periods
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Dissect and understand customer RFPs and scopes of work
• Attain a thorough understanding of the scope of work including desired construction methods, project timelines and customer expectations
• Able to work independently on assigned tasks with minimum guidance
• Manual dexterity, typing, computer and small equipment use
• Able to build and maintain client relationships

Benefits

Are you looking for your next big opportunity? At Mears Group we offer more than just a job. We offer a career where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.

• Community impact: We give back to the communities we serve.
• Employee discount programs
• Salary $120,000 - $150,000, per year, semi monthly
• Professional growth: Mears offers comprehensive training programs and career advancement pathways.
• Established career path for future advancement
• Health, prescription, dental, vision plans
• 401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans
• Employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation: Enjoy competitive wages and excellent benefits.
• Life & Disability Insurance plans
• Paid on-the-job technical and professional growth opportunities
• Financial wellness program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance