Electrical Estimator
Sirch Incorporated
- Kingsport, TN
- $90,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Strong working knowledge of Construction Projects (Chemical, Pulp & Paper, Heavy Industrial), construction methods, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills are required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Communicate with Estimating Manager / Superintendents to review a project execution strategy to identify Complexity Factors and Special Equipment needs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills are required.
- Experience in pre-construction and estimating on commercial/industrial construction projects preferred.
- Possess the ability to estimate all aspects of an industrial construction project, assemble into one budget, and present to owners.
- Must be able to view things from a construction business owner’s perspective and present accordingly.
- Strong construction computer software skills including the ability to use construction estimating software, scheduling, bid management, online plan rooms and database applications.
- Attend Pre-Bid Meetings
- Perform a thorough review of the Project Specifications, Scope of Work and Drawings
- Organize Bid Documents in a Professional manner
- Maintain an Accurate Listing of Estimates and Due Dates
- Formulate and clarify questions during Bid Process to eliminate as many assumptions as possible
- Develop a List of Clarifications and Exclusions throughout the Estimating Process for inclusion in the Project Proposal
- Obtain Competitive Pricing on Materials for the Estimate
- Develop Estimate in a way that it can be reviewed with others for completeness
- Develop Estimate and Takeoffs in a way that materials can be easily transferred into a purchase order at award
- Help to maintain an updated Data Base of Unit Rates for Estimating
- Develop relationships with Key Electrical Suppliers and promote a healthy Competitive Bid Environment within these Suppliers – focus on better pricing for estimates
- After project award, support creation of a “Buy Out” project materials listing to procurement
- Assist the on-site Supervisor in submitting RFI’s (Request for Information) and resolving design / installation conflicts.
- Develop Project Change Request Estimates
- Prepare estimate presentations, special studies, budget control reports and estimating documents for projects and client presentations.
- Understanding of market labor, and commodity conditions and impacts on construction costs.
- The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of construction methods, and problem-solving skills; good communication skills; and be organized, efficient and responsive to deadlines.
- Communicate with Estimating Manager / Superintendents to review a project execution strategy to identify Complexity Factors and Special Equipment needs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills are required.
- Experience in pre-construction and estimating on commercial construction projects preferred.
- Having LEED AP / LEED AP BD+C Certification is a plus
- Possess good organizational and management skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess the ability to estimate all aspects of a commercial construction project, assemble into one budget, and present to owners.
- Must be able to view things from a construction business owner’s perspective and present accordingly.
- Arrive at work on time, as scheduled, consistently, reliably, & complete each shift
- Follow all safety rules and standards for the company and for the site
- Understand and follow Instructions from the direct supervisor
- Place Safety at the forefront of every task and actively assist the Company in Obtaining Safety Goals
- Promote company in a Positive Manner to all Internal and External Clients / Co-workers
- Operate with Integrity and ensure organization maintains a trusting relationship with Clients and Suppliers
- Ability to work in a culture focused on industrial safety and regulatory compliance.
- Able to work in a team environment
- Must have excellent problem solving and trouble shooting skills
- Openly Communicate with Supervisor and Co-workers to ensure Success on every task
- Strong analytical and logic skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of precision on assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities prioritizes his or her responsibilities accordingly depending on volume of work.
- Must be highly proficient with interpreting plans and specifications.