Junior Estimator
About The Position
Five Star Electric, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Junior Estimator for our corporate office in Ozone Park, NY. About Five Star Electric: We make it happen- Electrifying the Greater New York Area. Since 1959, we’ve become one of the largest electrical contracting, construction, and engineering firms by bringing integrity, reliability, experience, efficiency, and safety to each job we perform. Five Star Electric works on the largest, high-profile projects in the New York Metropolitan area. As one of the largest specialty contracting firms in the United States, Five Star Electric with its diverse portfolio of work experience, has never failed to complete a project since inception. Five Star is regularly ranked in ENR magazines Top 600 Specialty Contractors in the United States. Five Star Electric’s name reflects its promise – to continually achieve the highest “five-star” ranking on every project. Across New York State our notable projects include, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, the Hudson Yards Platform, Madison Square Garden Transformation, Citi Field, 86th Street Station and multiple United Nations projects. Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent. Position Summary: We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Electrical Estimator to join our estimating team. This role is ideal for an individual interested in building a career in electrical construction and estimating. The successful candidate will assist senior estimators in preparing cost estimates for commercial, transportation, infrastructure, and public works projects throughout the New York metropolitan area.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong mathematical and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar preferred.
- 0-2+ years of experience in construction, electrical contracting, estimating, or a related field preferred.
- Basic understanding of electrical construction and materials is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications is preferred.
- Experience working for an electrical contractor.
- Experience as an Electrician Helper, Apprentice Electrician, Administrative Assistant, or Project Coordinator in construction.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam, Accubid, ConEst, or similar estimating software.
- OSHA 10 certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist with quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications.
- Review electrical plans, bid documents, and contract specifications.
- Help prepare labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
- Solicit and track pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
- Assist in the preparation and submission of bid proposals.
- Maintain bid logs, estimate files, and project documentation.
- Support the estimating team during bid reviews and project handoffs.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field personnel.
- Learn industry estimating software and company estimating procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the estimating department.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
