Electrical Estimator (Heavy Civil Construction)

Skanska USA•Queens, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Electrical Estimator to join our Heavy Civil team in Queens, NY. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion. The Electrical Estimator, along with the Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator and/or Estimating Manager, and/or the Vice President of Electrical Services, develops accurate, timely and detailed electrical and electronic system cost estimates on large, complex heavy civil projects with significant electrical and systems requirements for bid-build, design build, CM/GC, PPP and Engineer, Procure and Construct (EPC) projects. The Electrical Estimator supports delivery of properly organized estimates, budgets and schedules, including managing Skanska’s risk. The Estimator will be responsible for accurate quantity surveys, preparation of subcontractor and vendor work scopes, quote analysis, and estimating the cost of the electrical and systems work as if said work was being self-performed. The Electrical Estimator will be a self-starter and work efficiently. The Electrical Estimator must be able to meet critical deadlines and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree – Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or similar technical training/experience.
3 years prior relevant experience.
Experience with Logistical Planning - Estimating, developing, approving, and communicating construction logistics plans (e.g. access, staging, traffic handling, third party coordination, work rules) that civil support requires for electrical and systems installation (e.g. concrete equipment pads, trenching for conduit and duct banks, etc) ensuring there is an appropriate transfer to the appropriate stakeholder.
Working knowledge of Electrical Estimating/Engineering software: HCSS HeavyBid, AutoCAD, OnScreen Takeoff, or similar.
Practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

Responsibilities

Develops accurate, timely and detailed electrical and electronic system cost estimates on large, complex heavy civil projects.
Supports delivery of properly organized estimates, budgets and schedules.
Manages Skanska’s risk.
Performs accurate quantity surveys.
Prepares subcontractor and vendor work scopes.
Conducts quote analysis.
Estimates the cost of electrical and systems work as if said work was being self-performed.
Works efficiently and meets critical deadlines.
Works independently and as part of a team.