BAS Pre-Construction Estimator

Schneider Electric • Andover, Maryland

15h • Onsite

About The Position

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $84,000 - $126,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits. You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

What will you do?
The individual in this role typically has 3+ years proficient system application and product knowledge. This position is responsible for leading coordinating and captaining support resources for project costing of large, complex projects. This individual may also be involved with large-scale and long-term customer programs including estimating material costs, associated labor, and assisting in the final review of the project. Adhering to the company’s quality processes this position will also work to improve upon and develop project processes and tools used by the Pre-Construction team. He or she will attend various meetings throughout the life of a project including go/no-go discussions, pre-bids, turnover meetings, contract risk, and legal review. He or she will work under the direct supervision of the Pre-Construction Manager.

Requirements

• 3+ years proficient system application and product knowledge
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of industry related experience with 3+ year of estimating
• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Data Centers or Life Science business sectors is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop turnkey estimates for Building Automation projects
• Prioritize assigned projects/tasks in order to meet sales schedule
• Review customer specifications/drawings to ensure quote is technically compatible and competitive
• Understand, analyze, document, and communicate technical terms and conditions relative to the company standard
• Coordinate and verify subcontractor quotations and scopes of work
• Develop detailed scope letters and optimal system designs
• Attends and run pre-bid meetings, and site walk-throughs for potential projects
• Consult with operations, engineering and sales groups throughout the tendering process and brainstorm/volunteer ideas with the team to lower costs
• Reconcile final job costs after internal and external project review meetings.
• Support sales calls as needed
• Develop & Maintain subcontractor and vendor relationships
• After project award, turnover the project to the operations team effectively. Identify and document discrepancies in plans and specs
• Support in vendor scopes, pricing, and running reports. Job shadow and cross-train as needed
• Complete required technical training in order to increase proficiency in the above activities
• Assist sales in qualification and prioritization of projects.
• Advocate for new initiatives within the PreCon organization

Benefits

• medical (with member reward points)
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits)
• flexible work arrangements
• paid family leaves
• 401(k) + match
• well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs
• 12 holidays per year
• 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date)
• opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date)
• military leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level