Electrical Estimator

ROLE SUMMARY:
Responsible for estimating, planning, organizing and project management as well as work closely with the Electrical Department Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Help Electrical Department Manager and estimating group select projects to bid.
Coordinate bidding activities with the estimating group to focus on combined opportunities.
Coordinate between departments to avoid pitfalls between specifications sections.
Interpret specifications, blueprints and addendums.
Prepare and communicate requests for information to clarify project scope during estimating process.
Evaluate most efficient methods of installation and material usage to minimize projected costs/bids.
Develop pricing/bid strategies with vendors/subcontractors to maximize competitiveness at bid time.
Use “Estimation/Digital Takeoff” estimating program or approved substitute program.
Prepare competitive bids as required (bid forms, budgets, etc.) to meet the project’s needs.
Make notes or clarifications on Contract/ field drawing to assist Electrical Department Manager, Superintendent and foreman with installations.
Review with Electrical Superintendent job estimate and takeoff as to when to mobilize project, material and manpower requirements.
Prepare material purchase orders and subcontracts after scoping out/negotiating with the different parties for the best pricing.
Review with shipping/receiving as to project equipment needs and material deliveries.
Conduct and/or attend turnover meetings for contracted projects and provide budgetary information and defined scope to operations group.
Coordinate with Drafting Department when Cad/Shop drawings are needed to help avoid conflicts with other in house trades.
Attend monthly department meetings if requested.
Attend pre-bid meetings as requested.
Attend weekly estimating meeting.
Attend closeout meetings to review outcome of projects and compare estimate to actual costs.
Along with Department Manager explore new areas to expand Department revenue.
Establish and maintain working relationships with potential clients and designers.
Attend organization meetings and like activities to promote business for Electrical/B&I.
The Electrical Department Manager may at any time add other responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Five (5) years previous Estimating and Management experience.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
Full knowledge and understanding of all electrical products, equipment and installation procedures.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.

SAFETY AWARENESS:
Executes all tasks in a safe manner; utilizes safe work practices as appropriate. Will wear protective equipment when entering areas requiring same (Hard Hats, Work Boots, etc.) Undergo DPAS training necessary for travel to worksites (if applicable). B&I will train on OSHA 10, 30 as appropriate.
B & I makes safety a priority for all roles. As such this role may contain certain PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) necessary and required in the performance of certain tasks. It is the responsibility of the incumbent in the role to ensure he/she has received all pertinent safety protective equipment, and commits to use of same when performing in the role.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to hear, and speak clearly with professional standard grammar.
Must be able to walk, stand, sit, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, reach overhead, push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., must have dexterity of fingers (or mechanical substitutions).