What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Electrical Estimator position at LiveWire?
Job Description – Chief Electrical Estimator
Company Description
LiveWire Construction, Inc. was formed and incorporated in 2006 by an Electrician and Entrepreneur. Over the past decade, LiveWire has grown from a small full-service electrical contractor into a successful business with the additions of a construction management division. LiveWire provides solutions to a variety of clients in the healthcare, educational, industrial and utility markets, in addition to serving customers in the private, public, and government sectors.
Why work here
We invest the time and energy in our team members for personal and professional growth. We need top of the line team members who genuinely care about the customer and the work they produce. We are a company that seeks to develop strong relationships with preferred contractors, but most importantly, we operate as a family.
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Come join LiveWire Construction we have an immediate need for an experienced Chief Electrical Estimator with solid experience in heavy electrical construction that includes new construction and renovations for commercial, industrial and transportation markets.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, direction and training for estimating team members.
- Manage all aspects of the estimating processes while meeting deadlines and company objectives, both short and long term.
- Lead the team to provide accurate, complete and competitive pricing.
- Maintain relationship with customers to define the project scope, address deficiencies, negotiate pricing and build relationships.
- Prepare and present completed estimating packages to company executives and senior management.
- Oversee the entire estimating process on all bid projects and accurately forecast future awards/probabilities.
Skills and Abilities
- Leadership and training skills
- Team oriented
- Ability to work with tight deadlines
- Expert knowledge of electrical estimating
- Thorough knowledge of the electrical industry
- General knowledge of mechanical, civil, and other specialty trades
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to incorporate the Chicago Electrical Code, National Electrical Code, building codes, and OSHA requirements into estimates
Education and Experience
- BS or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred but not required
- 15 years electrical contracting or construction experience
- 10 years electrical estimating experience
- 5 years project management experience
- 5 years management or executive level experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Other Considerations
- Ability to travel
- Proficiency in ConEst
- Ability to visit jobsites and interact with field personnel
- Handle physical aspects of job: standing, sitting, lifting up to 25 lbs
