Senior Electrical Estimator

Construction Estimators Access•Oklahoma City, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing electrical estimating and related preconstruction functions for regional operations. This role involves managing the electrical scope bid process, evaluating subcontractor proposals, and preparing project estimates and bids. The position also requires supporting the team with electrical system design analysis, managing historical cost data, and building relationships with industry professionals. Additionally, the Senior Electrical Estimator will assist in marketing efforts, participate in client presentations, and manage subordinate estimators, providing guidance and training.

Requirements

Knowledge and proficient with Code requirements and basic electrical engineering calculations; Voltage drop, Ohm’s law, conduit-fill, wire ampacity, de-rating, etc.
Review of electrical studies including but not limited to load flow, reactive power capability, short circuit, relay coordination and arc flash.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
7 years’ experience of electrical estimating in commercial construction focusing on large scale commercial projects.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally, especially when managing multiple projects and during problematic opening and/or closing phases of projects, mental stress can be taxing.
May be required to work long hours for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Supports team with overall electrical system design analysis.
Assist in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and relative cost estimates as required.
Assist project and construction management team during pre- design and construction planning, project execution and upon completion.
Participate in responses to RFP’s/ RFQ’s as well as participate in presentations delivered to clients for project procurement.
Assist clients and designers in systems selections, budgeting, cost containment, value engineering, etc.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and client presentations as required.
Manage subordinates assigned to estimating department and provide guidance and training as needed to support team members.
Attend various networking/social events engage as an active member in industry associations / non-profit organizations, representing the company.

Responsibilities

Help create and communicate company standards for estimating electrical design/build and plans and specs work.
Manage the electrical scope bid process including subcontractor solicitation and follow through, bid document management, and evaluation of subcontractor proposals/bids.
Manage the post bid process through post bid reviews verifying scope of work and pricing within established parameters.
Review and assist in preparation and culmination of electrical project estimates and bids.
Assign work to subordinates, direct and review their assignments and ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates prepared by subordinates.
Assists in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and relative cost estimates as required.
Assist project and construction management team during pre- design and construction planning, project execution and upon completion.
Meet with client management, staff and supervisory personnel to introduce services, expertise and capabilities of the company.
Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data, current trends and construction procedures and methods in order to keep current with estimating standards and databases.
Build relationships with local architects, engineers, and subcontractors to available as a resource and stay informed of upcoming projects.
Notify management group of upcoming projects status and approximate timing for company proposal and bid submittals.
Assist in the development of area marketing plans and goals, and in developing strategy for management client contacts regarding procurement of work, estimating services, contract negotiation, and future work potential.
Participate in responses to RFP’s/ RFQ’s as well as participate in presentations delivered to clients for project procurement.
Assist clients and designers in systems selections, budgeting, cost containment, value engineering, etc.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and client presentations as required.
Manage subordinates assigned to estimating department and provide guidance and training as needed to support team members.
Attend various networking/social events engage as an active member in industry associations / non-profit organizations, representing the company.
Review and assist in preparation and culmination of project estimates and bids.
Provides total commitment to continuous process improvement.
Exercises good interpersonal skills by gladly assisting others to accomplish work of the organization, even it is outside the scope of regular duties.
Models and reinforces safety as a top priority of the organization.
Meets schedules and deadlines, adheres to policies and procedures and maintains a good attendance/tardiness record.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
May require management of estimating team (Estimator I/II) and/or employees temporarily assigned to estimating department.