Electrical Estimator

Tri-City Group•Cedar Rapids, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Tri-City Group is seeking an on-site Electrical Estimator in Cedar Rapids, IA. This position is responsible for identifying, quantifying, and pricing change order work while collaborating closely with project teams, subcontractors, and clients on a mission-critical hyperscale project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of experience as an Electrical Estimator in construction, contracting, or a related industry
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, and industry standards
Proficiency with estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work on-site, in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of electrical systems, installation methods, and construction sequencing, along with proven experience in estimating in electrical construction or a related industry.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented and able to translate field conditions into accurate cost and schedule impacts while meeting tight deadlines.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and reference check.
Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze updated drawings, Bulletins, RFIs, ASIs, field directives, and contract documents to identify scope changes
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs based on updated drawings and field conditions
Develop complete scopes of work for change orders, including labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor requirements
Price change orders using labor units, historical data, and field-verified productivity
Apply appropriate labor factors for overtime, shift work, congestion, trade stacking, and schedule acceleration
Interface daily with superintendents and foremen to validate installation methods, production rates, and field conditions
Track and document all change events from identification through execution and final resolution
Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier change order pricing
Prepare detailed and organized cost backup to support change order submissions and negotiations
Participate in change order negotiations with clients and general contractors
Maintain an up-to-date change order log, including pending, approved, and disputed items
Identify and quantify schedule-related impacts, including inefficiencies, out-of-sequence work, and acceleration
Support time-and-material (T&M) tracking and validation, including field tickets and installed quantities
Coordinate closely with project management to align change order strategy with overall project financial goals
Professionally interact with customers, other trades, general contractors, and internal staff
Maintain strong working relationships with field teams and external partners