Estimator 2

Rss.Kg•Sacramento, CA

60d•$35 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

About Us: Rex Moore continues to be powered by amazing employees just like you for over 100 years. Together we are building a world that is safe, comfortable, and sustainable. Our diverse team of experts spreading to National territories create innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and environments more comfortable and secure. Job Overview: The Estimator II will utilize their expertise to accurately assess project costs and contribute to the success of our electrical projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in electrical estimating, a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems, and excellent analytical skills.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge and understanding of electrical systems and applications in the commercial and industrial environment
Ability to interface comfortably with key personnel from the General Contractors team
Ability to read and interpret plans and specs (electrical and other trades as they pertain to electrical scope)
Thorough knowledge of Bluebeam, Accubid, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Dynamics
Willing to work in a potentially fast-paced environment
Ability to meet deadlines with accurate takeoffs and proposals across complex and/or multiple concurrent estimates
Detail orientated
Ability to work independently
Ability to work within a team setting
Ability to effectively communicate your takeoff approach to other team members and external people
Ability to start, build and maintain relationships with clients and 3rd parties such as architects and engineers.
Willingness to mentor junior team members
Ability to verbally communicate: convey detailed and accurate instructions and information.
Ability to hear with or without correction in order to receive and interpret detailed information.
Required to sit at a desk work station for long periods of time.
Push, pull, lift, and carry at least 10 pounds.
Frequently required to walk and stand.
This position may involve infrequent site visits which will require the ability to walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Required to have visual acuity with or without correction in order to read contract documents, analyze data, view a computer monitor, and proof-read documents to identify errors.
Required to use fingers and hands: type using a computer keyboard, handle, feel, and reach.
May occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Responsibilities

Fully understand Rex Moore's pre-award processes as well as the services provided to the client
Review all bid documents in order in order to define scope and identify potential risks and have strong grasp of requirements along with ability to research and mitigate new risks
Establish the clients expectations in order to fully define scope expectations
Provide detailed cost estimates that covers defined scope
Perform accurate material takeoffs of electrical system
Plan and coordinate all aspects of the estimating process, including working with vendors, subcontractors, subconsultants and clients
Obtain quotes on items such as lighting, power distribution, generators, etc.
Review and understand inclusions and exclusions of quotes obtained from outside vendors and select compliant bids, and send required revisions back to non-compliant quoting vendors.
Enter material takeoffs into Accubid
Work in conjunction with our internal Low Voltage and Fire Alarm estimators
Enter all project information into recap sheet for review and approval by supervisor
Schedule and attend estimate review with preconstruction director and project executive of the region supporting the bid
Follow up with clients after bids have been submitted to obtain key information on how Rex Moore finished
Complete the necessary steps upon award of a project to turnover scope, proposal and budget to the project management team
Compile relevant bid documents, quotes, schedules, budget and related items.
Complete project brief
Provide support to relay scope definition and associated back up of how scope was covered to the PM team
Follow up with client as required to determine open items such as alternates, status of pending contract and release
Establish and maintain contact with client to ensure a smooth contract awarding process