Electrical Estimator / Cost Engineer

Hoffman Construction Company • Sunnyvale, CA

88d • $82,000 - $121,000

About The Position

The Electrical Cost Engineer will work within the Estimating department and will report to the Cost Manager or Project Manager. The Electrical Cost Engineer will analyze project design and construction documents to determine the needs of the project, review electrical cost proposal, and prepare cost estimates for electrical scope changes. This position will be fully in-office near Sunnyvale, CA.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience required.
• Education background in materials and methods of construction.
• A minimum of two (2) years electrical construction estimating experience required.
• Specific experience in commercial, healthcare, industrial, and water treatment types of projects preferred.
• Specific experience in industrial and/or hi-tech semiconductor manufacturing projects is preferred.
• LEED Accredited Professional, or the ability to become accredited within eighteen (18) months preferred.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams).
• Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
• Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
• Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
• Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method.
• Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of low voltage electrical construction.
• Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work closely with a variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation.
• Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.

Responsibilities

• Setup and maintain job cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts, yet to buys, contingencies, and spends.
• Track costs by bid package, field order, and specific category of change as defined by the client.
• Setup and maintain project indicators, including visual graphics.
• Work with subcontractors and equipment/material vendors to validate cost proposals.
• Monthly reconciliation of project cost reports.
• Interpret design documents, construction documents, and technical manuals to quantify materials required for construction.
• On screen take-off of material quantities.
• Prepare and manage cost authorization packages.
• Summarize quantities of materials in an orderly fashion.

Benefits

• Salary range: $82,000 - $121,000 DOE
• Candidates residing outside of designated area may be eligible for additional compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees