Electrical Estimator

EMCOR Group • San Leandro, CA

74d • $100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on large and complex projects as required by the client's documents.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree or electrical experience.
• 4+ years experience as an electrical estimator or in a similar role preferred.
• An overall broad understanding of all types of electrical systems. Medium and high voltage.
• Experience with tooling, machining, fabrication or construction environments and industries.
• Must be fluent with Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret drawings and/or construction plans are required for success.
• This position requires strong negotiating and organizational skills, the ability to perform detailed work promptly, follow up through order closure, and manage the order throughout the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Actively gather and disseminate market intelligence for each estimating job by talking directly with the buyer, the end user, vendors, and/or other sources of information.
• Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements as the basis for formulating quotation strategies.
• Work with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales Departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy for every quotation.
• Identify the optimum cost/availability of materials within the customer's approved material supplier or country of origin list and prepare material and labor estimates used in the quotation process.
• Learn to effectively utilize all estimating documentation and electronic programs to prepare the bill of material and labor estimate for all quotations.
• Complete all documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• College Coach
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees