Lead Electrical Estimator - Data Center Construction

Miller Electric Company • Richmond, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems. Lead Electrical Estimator - Data Center The Lead Estimator reports directly to the Senior Preconstruction Manager.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Low Voltage Systems.
• Ability to read and evaluate specifications and blueprints.
• Ability to deal effectively with customers.
• Ability to analyze risks involved with certain project types.
• Ability to estimate large and small projects.
• Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure.
• Excellent math skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong computer skills- Specifically in Microsoft or Google Suite Applications
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
• Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.
• 8-10 years of experience with a High School Diploma or 6-8 years of experience with an Associate degree or 2-4 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree
• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Accubid or ConEst Estimating Software
• On-Site, Mission Critical Project experience
• Hands-on construction experience

Responsibilities

• Develops cost estimates from take‐off stage to bid hand‐off.
• Develops cost estimates for change orders.
• Analyzes material and labor requirements to complete a project.
• Attends pre‐bid and scope review meetings.
• Computes and submits bids.
• Reading & thoroughly understanding blueprints.
• Meets with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers.
• Visually inspects project locations to determine the amount of labor and materials needed to do the work.
• Contacts vendors for pricing.
• Assesses the costs of leasing equipment.
• Maintains the change order submissions/documents in an organized and standardized manner.
• Works with the project team to develop this standard.
• Analyzes material and labor requirements to complete a project.
• Attends pre-bid and scope review meetings.
• Ability to coordinate and organize other estimators
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• 401k retirement and matching
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED