Estimator, Electrical Construction

OWL Services•Dallas, TX

63d

About The Position

OWL Services is the premier sales, installation, program management and service provider to retail, commercial, fleet, aviation and marine, and emergency power generation companies across the U.S. With 33 offices and distribution centers and more than 1,400 field service professionals, OWL delivers on a service platform that includes construction, compliance and testing, maintenance and repair, modernization and re-imaging, and EV charging solutions to keep businesses and people moving 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. OWL Services' companies have received numerous awards over the years for exemplary customer service. Most recently it was the recipient of EVgo's Deployment Excellence Award in its first-ever class of awardees in the National EV Charging Recognition Program. Come join us! For more information visit OWLServices.com and follow us on LinkedIn. Role We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Estimator to join our team. OWL Services is immediately hiring a full-timeâ¯Electrical Estimator. The Estimator is responsible for analyzing blueprints to determine the costs of materials, equipment and sub-contract needs of various projects. Estimators need to be involved to help provide solutions to increase profitability and prepare project bids. This is an opportunity for a long-term position and to join a growing company.

Requirements

6-8 years of overall commercial electrical experience
Journeyman or Master Electrician License (Texas) or equivalent field experience
6+ years of estimating or commercial construction management experience
Ability to read plans and specifications and perform quantity surveys
Understanding of Construction Estimating Systems ( e.g. Accubid, Trimble, Conest) and other Microsoft applications.
Familiarity with Sage BIM/ Revit or CAD drawings
Excellent organizational skills
Proficient time management skills with ability to navigate multiple estimate opportunities
Proficient with various modern technology platforms
Understanding of industry terminology
Ability to approach challenges with a problem solving and analytic approach
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Team oriented; flexible; reliable; professional; enjoys new challenges
Willingness to develop relationships with subcontractors, clients, and engineers

Nice To Haves

Underground and Land Balancing experience a plus

Responsibilities

Compute cost by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements
Prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents
Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
Present prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information
Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Perform conceptual, schematic, and design development budgets
Review plans for consistency and accuracy
Help track market prices for commodities and equipment to ensure bids reflect current cost and remain competitive
Collaborate with others on the preconstruction team to successfully bid jobs
Prepare subcontractor bid packages
Solicits and maintains communication with subcontractors and vendors
Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

10 Paid Holidays
Flexible Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA and FSA
Disability & Occupational Accident Insurance
Company-Paid Life Insurance Policy
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
World-class paid training program for you to learn the skills for long term career success.

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