Experience & Responsibilities:

• Ø   5+ years of commercial & industrial electrical estimator experience is a MUST

• Ø   The Estimator is responsible for all project aspects. Including but not limited to:

o   Electrical project Estimation - commercial & industrial – from the point of “take-off” to “hand-off” to Project Managers

o   Commercial & Industrial electrical technical knowledge with lighting systems, electrical distribution equipment, emergency generation equipment, airfield lighting and underground installations and more

o   General construction knowledge in excavation, heavy equipment, dealing with laborers, concrete work, and utilities

o   Financial acumen and mindset are important; project p&ls, vendor pricing strategies, etc.

o   Research, investigation, and systems aptitude – understanding of bidding websites (government & CIS websites), W.I.P. reports, and project management systems – about 20 new opportunity leads per day

o   MUST be able to demonstrate ability to effectively interact and communicate regularly with GCs, State & City contacts, Federal level contacts, and of course various types of clients

o   Participate in pre-bid site visits, and job meetings

o   Prepare job budgets and scope of work

o   Review and negotiate for subcontractor bids

o   Bid development, preparation, and execution

o   Establish, work closely with, and maintain professional relationships with vendors

o   Establish, work closely with, and maintain professional relationships with current customers and potential clients

o   The Estimator is a key person in Identifying new business opportunities via all channels within the position

o   Conduct yourself both internally and externally as a key member of the company/team and always represent the company in a professional manner

o   The Estimator needs to have experience and the auto-mindset of working with anyone and everyone both internally and externally in a collaborative and professional manner 

o   Automatically operate accurately and expeditiously to deliver first in class customer service

o   The Estimator will play a key role in our weekly team drumbeat meetings (every Monday)

o   MUST have the ability to read and update construction drawings/blueprints

Candidate Qualifications:

• • Ø   MUST have strong skill sets using estimating and project bidding software (we are using AccuBid, but similar systems are fine)
  • Ø   Success in this role will require independent thinker with strong accountability
  • Ø   MUST come with an automatic problem solver & solutions-oriented mindset
  • Ø   Clear written and oral communication – internally and externally.  We are a big teamwork shop!
  • Ø   Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ø   Ability to work under pressure and multi-task without losing focus 

Job Requirements:

• • Ø   Bachelor’s in construction management or equivalent experience.
  • Ø   Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Ø   Must be authorized to work within the United States of America.
  • Ø   Must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations.
  • Ø   Must have reliable transportation.
  • Ø   Must be able to pass a drug test, as required.