Prepare thorough scope of work spreadsheets. Always try to prepare a thorough control estimate for every trade you are responsible for. Meet deadlines and allow time for review of your work with the Senior or Chief Estimator
Prepare subcontractor bid packages including transmittals, drawings and specifications
Obtain current labor rates
Confirm with architect/owner that all construction documents have been received and send documents to printer
Assist in the creation of bid packages for the subs
Assist the Senior Estimator with quantity take offs and subcontractor solicitation
Verify and compare your unit prices or the price of a system with a subcontractor and previous similar estimates
Prepare detailed labor estimates utilizing man-hours, crews and equipment
Attend site visits
Keep Subcontractors up to date with project information and addenda during the bidding process
Attend Training classes as required
Prepare subcontractor list from S4 program, or manually
Prepare detailed take offs of materials
Prepare Bid Invitations
Read all assigned plans and specs completely
Put construction documents in plan room
Prepare document lists and correspondence during pre-construction
Answer subcontractor questions
Assist the Senior Estimator with Exhibit B and scope sheet preparation
Attend any review meetings with the Senior or Lead Estimator. If called to the table or awarded the bid, review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team for any holes, value management, or potential profit pockets
Follow up with subcontractors for any missing information
Solicit material prices from suppliers
Prepare scope sheets for subcontractors, and review scope of work
Prepare unit prices by "Building the Project in your Head."
Prepare RFI's to the design team
Follow up with subs regarding bidding and update the subcontractor list
Call the architect the day before the bid and confirm all addenda and supplemental information has been received
Procure drawings and specifications from architect or owner
Assist the Senior Estimator by preparing take off quantities of areas and counts of items
Attend the Turn Over Meeting
Review all pricing and subcontractor information with the Senior and Chief Estimator
Attend weekly staff meetings and report on status of assignments
Complete the scope of work/pricing spread sheets ASAP
Date stamp all drawings and spec books
Create bid binder or bid box. Take off of items to be priced by SCCI. We should attempt to do a complete Control Estimate
Assist the Senior Estimator in compiling the Turn Over Meeting package
Organize the material and labor information for pricing
Develop a "Plug" number for your trade using the most up to date information available the night before the bid
Requirements
bachelor's
electrical estimating
excel
csi
takeoff
blueprint
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.
Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
Preconstruction Abilities:
Understanding of Construction Documents
Ability to coordinate construction document plans, details and specifications
3-6 years of experience in Electrical Estimating, or equivalent
Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs.
Knowledge of the contents of each CSI section
Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing
Ability to take off material quantities from a set of SD, DD & CD documents and present information that is organized, thought out and easy to follow
Ability to read & interpret blue prints in order to understand the scope of work at SD, DD and CD phases of design
Quantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer skills
Confirm SCCI is listed in all publications
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
1982 Founded
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1982 and has since grown to become a major player in the construction industry.
$6B Revenue
Annual revenue
The company generates around $6 billion in annual revenue, showcasing its significant scale.
Top 20 Rank
Industry standing
Ranked among the top 20 construction firms in the United States, highlighting its prominence in the field.
From its Boston headquarters, they expanded through strategic acquisitions in healthcare and regional offices across the US.
Their portfolio spans iconic projects like Wynn Everett casino, GE’s Boston headquarters, major airports, and mixed-use towers.
They offer full-spectrum services: pre-construction, construction management, general contracting, and design-build.
They operate Centers of Excellence across sectors such as aviation, mission-critical, education, healthcare, and hospitality.
Their approach combines cutting-edge technologies like AI, VR, and virtual design with collaborative, people-focused execution.
Notable innovations include VR groundbreaking ceremonies and AI-driven risk modeling on complex builds.
Projects range from large-scale casinos and airport terminals to universities, residential towers, and mission-critical facilities.
Despite its scale, they maintain a reputation for a regimented culture and a meritocratic, performance-driven ethos.
Culture + Values
20 Hours
Community Dedication
Employees are encouraged to contribute to their communities through volunteering, fostering a culture of giving back.
Passion
Integrity
Hard work
Professionalism
Caring
When caring, ambitious people come together, anything is possible.
We stand up for and do what’s right.
We challenge conventions to drive meaningful, positive progress for our clients, our industry, and our communities.
Collaborative culture: We build people
Environment + Sustainability
$3.36B in green design revenue
Environmental Leadership
The company generated $3.36 billion in revenue from green design projects, representing 61% of their total revenue in 2024.
150 LEED-certified projects
Sustainable Project Milestone
Completed over 150 LEED-certified projects with a total value exceeding $15 billion.
40% less energy
Energy Efficiency Achievement
Yahoo BF2 data centers use 40% less energy compared to industry standards.
95% less water
Water Conservation Success
Yahoo BF2 data centers consume 95% less water than the industry average.
Ranked #8 on ENR’s Top 100 Green Building Contractors in 2024
Boston University Center for Computing & Data Sciences — largest fossil-fuel-free building in New England, LEED Platinum
Winthrop Center — largest Passive House office tower in the world
DFW International Airport eCUP plant supporting airport net-zero carbon goal by 2030
Holistic integration of sustainable practices across planning, design, materials, operations and efficiency