Limited Energy Estimating Intern

Hunt Electric • Eagan, MN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Limited Energy Estimating Intern is responsible for assisting the ECSI Estimating team in preparing low voltage system estimates of commercial projects including aviation, education, gaming, multi-family housing, government, commercial offices, mission critical, healthcare, etc.. A high degree of accuracy, communication, and attention to detail is required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Competent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Able to work cooperatively within diverse teams, both internally and externally, to achieve group and organizational goals.
• Maintains and promotes individual and organization integrity and values in conduct of all activities.
• Is proactive and self-starting by seizing opportunities and originating action to achieve goals.
• Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, authenticity, and acceptance of responsibility.
• Driven to engage in activities to develop or demonstrate their skills.
• Willingness to ask questions to select and use appropriate technology to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Able to use data efficiently to solve problems and can learn and adapt to new technologies effectively, in teams and individually.
• Demonstrates a broad repertoire of ways to think about, understand and creatively handle complex ideas, problems, and situations.
• Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through continual personal and professional learning.
• Takes responsibility for all work activities being worked on, project issues and personal actions.
• This individual also follows through on commitments, implements decisions that have been agreed upon, maintains confidentiality with sensitive information, acknowledges and learns from mistakes without blaming others and recognizes the impact of one’s behavior on others.

Nice To Haves

• Enrolled in a Two (2) year degree in related field is preferred.
• Experience in the commercial construction industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical estimating and Limited Energy Systems requirements preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in Adobe/Bluebeam and virtual meeting software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret the design drawings submitted. This includes all design drawings from all disciplines including civil, structural, architectural, and mechanical drawings.
• Works closely with the Estimating team to help develop solutions and resolve issues throughout the project.
• Attend estimating kickoff meetings, verifying completion of checklist.
• Attend pre-bid job walks with Estimating Team.
• Attend pre-bid bid and final bid reviews with the Estimating Team, Chief Estimator and Business Development.
• Review and understand project bid form and project requirements.
• Follow estimating standards and guidelines.
• Assists in performing takeoffs for Estimator II/Sr. Estimator to gather counts of low voltage system components on design drawings including Voice-Data, Audio-Video, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Fire Alarm and more.
• Accurately enter data into estimating software.
• Accurately estimate labor and materials quantities for a specific component of assigned projects.
• Participate in committee and department meetings, as well as estimate debriefs.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible hybrid work schedule
• generous paid time off
• robust 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Employees also participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Professional growth is a cornerstone of our culture.
• We offer in-house learning and development programs, career pathing opportunities, and support for skill enhancement to help our team members thrive.
• We also have Employee Resource Groups that foster a sense of community and belonging.
• Beyond the workplace, we encourage our employees to engage with causes they're passionate about, whether it's participating in charity events, community service, or our donation match program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED