Electrical Estimator

Currie & Brown

The Role

Overview

Estimate and manage electrical construction costs for semiconductor projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost data
  • estimating
  • scope review
  • procurement
  • cost software
  • takeoffs

Tasks

-Maintain accurate, up-to-date project cost data on a weekly basis. -Lead the estimating and cost management functions, including benchmarking, cost control, and cost reporting. -Confidently lead and facilitate scope and estimate review meetings through strong presentation and communication skills. -Collaborate with procurement, value engineering, LEED analysis, and life cycle cost teams to optimize project value. -Utilize Microsoft Office tools effectively and learn client-specific cost management software as needed. -Review estimates for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project objectives. -Prepare, scope, and analyze electrical construction costs and estimates for semiconductor projects. -Lead and coordinate change order meetings, working closely with project managers to validate and price changes across multiple trades. -Interpret drawings and perform quantity takeoffs using Bluebeam, with a solid understanding of cost-per-square-foot benchmarks. -Provide strategic cost leadership and direction to the client’s project management team.

Requirements

  • bachelor’s
  • electrical eng
  • 5 years
  • time management
  • communication

What You Bring

-Exhibit excellent time management, organization, and prioritization abilities. -Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years in the electrical construction industry. -Demonstrate strong interpersonal and professional communication skills while working within a client-focused environment.

Benefits

-A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k matching, paid vacation and more. -Buddy and mentorship program. -Healthy work/life balance that -Opportunities for relocation, nationally and internationally. -Opportunities for personal and professional advancement. -Continuous learning and professional development, in all stages of your career. -A collaborative business environment, where every voice is heard and supported.

The Company

About Currie & Brown

-It delivers full‑lifecycle services—advisory, cost, project, building and facilities management—across both public and private sectors. -Their global reach spans Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and the Americas, advising governments, multinationals and infrastructure developers. -Typical projects include PPP hospital programmes, semiconductor fabs and major urban retail and regeneration schemes. -Sector strengths include commercial property, healthcare, high‑tech, industrial, government, retail, transport/logistics, utilities/renewables, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, education, hospitality, and residential. -An unusual fact: Acquired Sweett Group (formerly Cyril Sweett) in 2016, integrating its Asia‑focused consultancy roots.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Government

Aviation

Healthcare

Education

Renewables

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Utilities and Renewables

Pharmaceuticals and Biotech

High-Tech

Telecommunications

Commercial Real Estate

Electrical Estimator at Currie & Brown in Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area