Senior Multi-Family Electrical Estimator

Tri-City Electrical Contractors, Inc.•Altamonte Springs, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Multi-Family Electrical Estimator completes take-offs of electrical drawings and ensures estimates follow applicable local, state, and national electrical codes and comply with contract documents for new and existing projects. The role performs estimates for large and complex projects, coordinates and supervises the estimating team, and may perform or approve electrical calculations and design for design-build projects. The position reads and interprets contract documents, conducts pre-bid reviews, develops scopes of work and project breakdowns, evaluates supplier and subcontractor quotations, and identifies cost-effective approaches to improve competitiveness. It participates in contract negotiations, business development, job turnover meetings, change orders, and periodic job surveys. The role also supervises Estimator Levels I, II, and III; supports department sales and gross-margin objectives; and helps develop estimating procedures. The job is based in a general professional office environment, with travel to job sites or offices throughout Florida. Overtime, nights, and weekends may be requested.

Requirements

At least four years of electrical estimating experience with a degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of estimating fundamentals.
Advanced knowledge of and experience with Accubid, other estimating software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience in electrical systems design and layout, and ability to estimate multiple projects concurrently.
Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations used to estimate labor, materials, and project or work-order costs.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English at a 12th-grade level.
Valid Florida driver's license in good standing, meeting the company's driving requirements.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to cope with job pressures in a constantly changing environment.
Strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills; self-motivation; attention to detail; a positive, professional demeanor; strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and ability to manage confidential information.
Ability to perform essential job functions and meet productivity and attendance standards, including prolonged sitting, frequent computer and office-tool use, reading screens and printed documents, effective verbal and written communication, occasional lifting up to 25 pounds, and access to facility and project areas.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree.
Bilingual ability.
Journeyman or Master Electrician license.

Responsibilities

Perform complete estimates on large to complex projects.
Supervise and coordinate the estimating team in the take-off process to produce complete and thorough estimates.
Perform or approve calculations and electrical design for design-build projects.
Read and interpret contract documents.
Perform pre-bid reviews.
Identify cost-effective ways to perform work and increase competitiveness.
Prepare and submit requests for information during the bid process.
Set up breakdown charts, fixture schedules, and switchgear schedules for new projects.
Prepare scopes of work.
Request, receive, and evaluate material quotations from suppliers and vendors.
Request, receive, and evaluate quotations from subcontractors.
Participate in final negotiations to secure contracts or commitments from clients.
Participate in business development with new clients.
Attend and conduct job turnover meetings.
Develop a sub-job breakdown and perform a construction estimate.
Perform change orders as needed.
Prepare and submit requests for clarification.
Supervise Estimator Levels I, II, and III.
Periodically attend and assist the project manager with end-of-month job surveys.
Assist in developing new estimating procedures.
Assist in achieving department sales and gross-margin objectives.
Acquire additional training as needed to improve communication and leadership skills.
Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints; and resolve problems.
Report to job sites or offices throughout Florida as required.