Electrical Estimator

Description

The Estimator will analyze construction blueprints to determine the quantity and cost of materials and fixtures needed as well as the amount of labor required to complete each bid and work with the customers to receive contracts. The estimator will also help implement measures to increase the Company’s effectiveness and efficiency.

• Identify project cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvements across projects and team.
• Request material and equipment quotes from vendors and equipment suppliers.
• Perform takeoff for individually assigned projects.
• Create/revise estimates, proposals, and change orders for current and prospective jobs.
• Work with business development and project management to build proposals that include accuracy in labor, time, and materials.
• Review supplier quotes to confirm adherence to quote requests and accuracy of quotes received.
• Oversee all takeoff for team lead projects.
• Train new estimators in the strategies and processes of the estimating department.
• Lead design/build bids by understanding the RFP and bid documents and be able to identify and quantify project unknowns or ambiguities.
• Weekly outreach and follow-up on pending bids.
• Responsible for project handoff between estimating and project management once project is awarded.
• Lead team bids by fully understanding the RFP and bid documents and delegating tasks to other team members based on experience & ability.

Requirements

Working/ Environment/ Physical Demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel scheduled or unscheduled on a limited basis.
• An associates or bachelor’s degree in related field or an Electrical Journeyman’s License.
• Proficient skills in reading construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and data sheets.
• Problem-solving capabilities to identify and resolve problems in an analytical and timely matter, by skillfully analyzing and providing alternative solutions.
• Self-motivated and flexible to accommodate changes in InPwr’s business strategies.
• Effective time management through proper planning, organization, and ability to handle multiple initiatives at the same time.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Working knowledge of electrical estimating software such as Accubid.
• Experience in layout of electrical equipment and systems, including design/build concepts such as electrical one-lines and feeder/branch circuit analysis.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, to include excellent verbal and written communication.
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Code and electrical theory.
• Strong computer skills, to include Microsoft office products and Bluebeam, with the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Minimum (8) years of electrical industry estimating experience.
• Experience in large commercial, industrial, or water treatment is preferred

Benefits

InPwr, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and drug screening. Smoke-free workplace. Drug-free work environment according to Federal Law.

EEO, Drug Free Workplace

• Highly competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 100% company paid for employees
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Stable employment with a growing company
• 401(k) company match
• 30-day paid sabbatical every 5 years of employment

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance