Lead Estimator

Intermountain Electric Inc • Aurora District, CO

22h • $119,000 - $161,000

About The Position

Intermountain Electric Inc. (IME) is seeking a Lead Estimator to join its growing team. The Lead Estimator plays a crucial role in the pre-construction process by estimating the costs of electrical projects. The role analyzes project blueprints, specifications, and other documents to develop comprehensive estimates of resources, time, and costs, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support project planning and execution. The ideal candidate has extensive electrical estimating experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead and mentor junior estimators.

IME is an electrical contractor that installs and services power and lighting for commercial and industrial buildings in the Western United States. The position is primarily in a typical office environment, with occasional travel to construction job sites. Job-site conditions may include extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud, debris, welding, leading edges, trenching, shoring, and confined spaces. Multiple locations may need to be visited in one day.

IME offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage options, substantial paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions and immediate vesting. Healthcare coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month after hire. The anticipated salary range is $119,000–$161,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in a relevant field, or a combination of relevant experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with strong electrical estimating experience.
• Proficient in due diligence and risk assessments.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and balance competing priorities and projects.
• Action-oriented approach and ability to solve problems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Advanced ability with computer systems, including Accubid Live Count, BlueBeam, CRM, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques, metrics, and systems, and full working knowledge of estimating systems.
• Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision and prepare proposal deliverables, including bid forms, labor sheets, and pre-qualifications.
• Ability to lead complex estimating projects from beginning to end, including final cost estimate and transition to operations.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and codes.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• Field experience.
• Experience leading a team.
• Experience with Accubid.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs, equipment costs, and other estimating data.
• Review, analyze, and interpret bid documents to determine the scope of work; perform on-screen and off-screen take-offs.
• Use independent judgment to develop and execute estimating approaches and bid strategies.
• Prepare proposal deliverables, including bid forms, labor sheets, and pre-qualifications.
• Communicate information and clarify challenges or problems professionally and courteously.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and current project plans, specifications, correspondence, estimating documentation, quantity take-offs, and pricing data for projects, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure compliance, and maintain CRM opportunities and project progress records accurately.
• Manage proposals from start to finish and lead complex estimating projects through final cost estimate and transition to operations.
• Promote collaboration, quality, and a positive culture; contribute to organization-wide initiatives and support colleagues across the organization.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• May manage and direct others; assign work, train and develop staff, provide feedback and guidance, and set clear expectations and accountability.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage options for full-time employees, effective the first of the month after hire.
• Substantial paid time off.
• 401(k) contributions with a generous employer match and immediate vesting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree