Estimator

Tri-M Group•Kennett Square, PA

About The Position

The Estimator independently performs estimating activities for the high voltage team under the supervision of the Operations Manager. The role involves reviewing and interpreting bid and contract documents, developing complete and accurate estimates using Trimble Accubid Estimating Software, evaluating labor and material requirements, identifying project risks and opportunities, developing bid strategies, and preparing competitive proposals. The Estimator works with Operations and Project Management on bid preparation, project turnover, scope communication, change orders, and execution planning, while supporting customer relationships through cost-effective solutions. The role may require travel during the workday and overnight for estimates, site walkthroughs, and other project needs. The position requires at least four years of experience in estimating or a related field and experience with Trimble Accubid Estimating Software. A high school education or equivalent is required; some higher education is desirable but not necessary. The work includes computer and document tasks as well as site surveys in varied conditions, with required personal protective equipment and exposure to potential job-site hazards.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
High school education or equivalent.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in estimating or a related field.
Experience with Trimble Accubid Estimating Software.
Ability to organize and administer multiple projects with attention to detail.
Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills.
Strong computer capabilities, including word processing and basic Excel skills.
Ability and willingness to obtain a drone license.
Confident, decisive, and self-motivated.
Ability to conceptualize finished jobs.
Good customer service skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple estimates and firm deadlines.
Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Physical ability to sit 6 to 8 hours per day; lift 0 to 30 pounds from floor to above shoulders; perform repetitive hand use for writing, typing, data entry, and filing; and stand, climb, kneel, reach, bend, twist, and walk as needed for site surveys.
Vision adequate for daily computer use and reading, hearing adequate for phone use, and balance adequate for climbing ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
Ability to work in temperature extremes from 0°F to 100°F for up to 8 hours indoors or outdoors, with exposure to dust, gases, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, and confined spaces.
Ability to work around mechanical, electrical, chemical, and explosive hazards and use hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Some higher education is desirable but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Comply with and ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
Comply with and ensure compliance with employment policies, including standards of conduct and appearance.
Read and interpret bidding documents to produce accurate estimates that support profitable contracts.
Develop estimates using Trimble Accubid Estimating Software.
Prepare detailed proposals and tailor clarifications and exclusions to protect the company and meet project requirements.
Perform complete take-offs and determine labor units, material quantities, equipment and subcontractor requirements, and other project costs.
Review successful bids with Project Management to establish work scope and project methods.
Assist the Operations Manager and Project Managers with bid forms.
Assist Project Management with change-order templates and logs.
Ensure bids are prepared and delivered on time.
Maintain correspondence and drawings with the Project Manager and ensure the latest drawings are used for estimates.
Support customer relationships by identifying cost-effective solutions that meet project requirements.
Partner with Operations and Project Managers after successful bids to conduct project turnover and communicate estimating scope and planned execution.
Follow up with customers to obtain market intelligence and competitive pricing.
Review contract documents to ensure the scope of work is correct.
Keep current with developments and techniques in the high voltage trade and recommend viable alternate methods.
Attend pre-bid meetings, evaluate job-site conditions as needed, and provide input during pre-bid strategy meetings.
Attend job meetings when required and job-related continuing education classes.
Attend functions and participate in outside organizations.
Travel for extended periods during the workday and, when necessary, overnight, to conduct estimates, attend site walkthroughs, and address other project needs.