Junior Electrical Estimator

Job Description Job Description Responsibilities: Prepare complete itemized conceptual estimates in support of negotiated opportunities for private, public and government projects Deals with owners and contractors to resolve technical and/or value engineering matters during the negotiation and contract execution Analyze contractual documents and contract modifications to determine the scope of work and scope changes Prepares weekly bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates Reviews bid opportunities and outline the pros and cons of going after each project for a go/no-go decision Reviews bid opportunity documents (RFP, Plans, and Specs) to identify critical trades where market bids are needed to bid on the project Annually review bid day spreadsheet for cost revisions Assist with the development of estimating procedures and guidelines Qualifications: 3 years minimum estimating commercial projects Outstanding knowledge of planning, scheduling, hiring, budgeting, and job costing Deep knowledge of commercial construction materials and methods Strong management, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills Ability to perform difficult and complex estimating activities typical to the engineering and construction industry Ability to work with engineering drawings and specifications Ability to look at any construction project and break down the entire project into the required individual components (studs, nails, electrical boxes, breakers, control points, registers, rebar, steel structure, etc.) Knowledge of estimating techniques and take off procedures. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and estimating software. Knowledgeable in the N.E.C and local codes.

Ability to read and understand electrical, civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written and communication skills. Knowledge of budget and schedule management.