Electrical Estimator

Miller Electric Company • Richmond, VA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems. Miller - Are you looking to grow your career as an Estimator? Responsibilities include completing cost estimates and material and labor requirements estimates.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of experience with a High School Diploma, 4-6 years of experience with an Associate degree, or 0-2 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree
• Strong computer, Bluebeam, Contest, and Google Suite skills
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Low Voltage Systems.
• Read and evaluate specifications and blueprints.
• Deal effectively with customers.
• Analyze risks involved with certain project types.
• Estimate large and small projects.
• Work calmly under deadlines and external pressure.
• Excellent math skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
• Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on construction experience
• Journeyman or Master Electrician’s License

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates from the take‐off stage to bid hand‐off
• Work with ConEst Estimating Software
• Develop cost estimates for change orders
• Analyze material and labor requirements to complete a project
• Attend pre‐bid and scope review meetings
• Compute and submit bids
• Read & thoroughly understand blueprints
• Perform fully on-screen electronic takeoffs and markups
• Meet with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers
• Visually inspect project locations to determine the amount of labor and materials needed to do the work
• Contact vendors for pricing
• Assess the costs of leasing equipment.
• Maintain the change order submissions/documents in an organized and standardized manner.
• Work with the project team to develop this standard.
• Analyze material and labor requirements to complete a project
• Attend pre-bid and scope review meetings

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• 401k retirement and matching
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees