Cost Estimator - Commercial Electrical Projects

Merit Electrical Group • Oakmont, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Merit Electrical Group is seeking an experienced Estimator for our Oakmont, PA office. The Estimator will be responsible for achieving sales and profitability objectives through comprehensive cost estimating and project awards.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of experience in the electrical construction field
• Previous electrical estimating experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Expert knowledge of electrical materials/methods used in construction as well as local and national electrical codes and regulations governing them

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam Revu and ConEst Intellibid

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review estimates for new projects
• Prepare quantity takeoff and qualify vendor/sub packages to complete bids by the required deadlines
• Read and interpret plans and specifications to determine project scope
• Contact vendors and subcontractors to assure adequate pricing for the projects and adequate scope coverage per contract requirements
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits to inspect existing site conditions
• Create written proposals detailing scope of work as well as any alternates or value engineering options
• Compile bid notes, reports, and overall project summary and provide to the project manager at project hand off
• Prepare change order proposals for awarded contracts as needed
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam Revu and ConEst Intellibid
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• 401(k)
• time off
• holiday pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED