Estimator

Enterprise Electrical • Round Rock, TX

120d

About The Position

Enterprise Electrical is a fast-growing Commercial Electrical Contractor with offices in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston, Tx that specializes in Design-Build projects and we are looking to add an Estimator to our team. Integrity, teamwork, and respect are the values we strive to maintain and operate by. Each team member is encouraged to pursue continued education and technical growth because, as a company, we value providing the right tools and training for our employees to succeed. We take pride in being a positive place you can look forward to working in every day and we need a committed, experienced, self-starting individual to join our ranks. Our ideal Estimator is a professional with extensive experience in the field of electrical estimation. They should possess in-depth knowledge of comprehensive software tools designed to streamline and optimize the process of estimating costs for projects. This employee will play a crucial role in the company by accurately determining the costs associated with different electrical systems and components.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in the electrical construction industry.
• Deep understanding of electrical codes and regulations.
• Proficiency in using specialized estimation software and tools such as, Accubid & LiveCount.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Ability to create accurate cost estimates, take-offs, and proposals efficiently with minimal errors.
• Ability to perform detailed work and successfully meet deadlines.
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients, project managers, subcontractors, and other team members.
• Aware of current market trends/conditions, including fluctuations in material costs and labor rates.
• Strong ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to find creative solutions to unexpected challenges and adapt accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, competitive, and profitable takeoff bid proposals for a variety of complex and large as well as small and simple projects.
• Review RFQ, RFP, & Invitations to Bid.
• Manage the estimating processes and timelines to meet company objectives, both short and long range.
• Communicate with customers to define the project scope, address deficiencies, negotiate pricing and build relationships.
• Review takeoffs from estimators and check for conformity to specs and drawings.
• Prioritize, supervise, direct and schedule estimating projects.
• Responsible for prioritizing and planning work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Prepare contractual exhibits and scope documents.
• Conduct internal estimate reviews.
• Develops and documents logical assumptions during conceptual estimating activities and applies these assumptions to take-off tasks.
• Participate in project turnover and kickoff collaboration when necessary.
• Provides analytical summaries and recommendations to the senior leadership as needed to support decision making.
• Attending job walks and reporting information back to the manager related to critical differences in job drawings and bid requirements.
• Develop and provide estimating training as necessary.
• Maintain department confidentiality.
• Follow-up on bid results and maintain estimate tracking log.
• Analyze estimates vs. completed projects.
• Assists with other job responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Close knit, team-oriented work environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Bonus opportunities
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Days
• Continued Education Opportunities and Resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level