CHIEF ESTIMATOR

Intermountain Electric, Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 127,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Chief Estimator at a leading electrical contracting firm in Denver, Colorado. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the estimation process for major electrical projects, ensuring accurate cost assessments and competitive bids. Collaborate closely with various departments, drive strategic insights, and lead a talented team of estimators. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Colorado. With a commitment to excellence, this role is ideal for seasoned professionals ready to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

Generously Matched 401k

Substantial PTO

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating with leadership experience.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimation process for electrical projects ensuring precise cost assessments.
• Collaborate with departments to develop competitive estimates.

Skills

Due Diligence

Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Associates Degree in Relevant Field

Tools

Bluebeam

Accubid

Live Count

Job description

IME is seeking a Chief Estimator to join their growing team!

• Do you have the desire, skills, and proven strategy to be part of a winning team?
• Do you love the challenge of finding unique solutions for complex projects?
• Does the idea of growth and expansion motivate you?
• Are you a team player who is ready to take on the responsibility of a prime role in a growing company?

Then come join us at IMEs Headquarters in beautiful Denver, Colorado one of the most sought-after locations in the U.S. The beautiful mountains, skiing, hiking, and adventure are only part of Colorados allure. It is also home to many craft breweries, award-winning restaurants, a cultural downtown scene and annual events and festivals.

In this critical role, you will lead the estimation process for electrical projects, ensuring precise cost assessments and competitive bids. You will collaborate closely with various departments to develop comprehensive and competitive estimates. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving our projects success and maintaining our reputation for excellence in the industry. Our Chief Estimator will grow their winning team and drive decisions in preconstruction with the support of the companys leadership group.

Responsibilities :

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategy Development : Collaboratively lead the estimating and proposal process for the pre-construction group by providing strategic insights to pursuit strategy. Actively participate in the design review process including leading stakeholder decision meetings and providing client-focused solutions. Review and analyze project plans and specifications to determine project requirements and scope of work. Actively participate in RFQ and RFP responses including client interviews. Review bid results and provide feedback to the team on areas of improvement. Effectively communicate information regarding project risks, challenges, and opportunities to clients and colleagues
• Estimating : As a working estimator, create budgets based on conceptual information, tracking and trending cost as the project progresses through design. Develop accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor work. Prepare original and competitive bid proposals for submission to clients illustrating the value of the IME team.
• Compliance & Process Implementation : Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborative Leadership : Lead a team of estimators to ensure timely and accurate estimates are produced for all projects. Effectively manages and assigns workloads to direct reports to take advantage of strengths of staff, training opportunities, and development of a strong and consistent department ensuring outstanding customer service. Develop and mentor estimating team. Foster employee engagement and career growth by providing training opportunities, effective feedback, and guidance as well as setting clear expectations and accountability. Work collaboratively with project managers and engineers to identify value engineering opportunities. Facilitate project handoff to the operations team.
• Industry Networking : Act as a brand ambassador for the company, promoting its values and expertise in the electrical contracting sector. Demonstrate the highest level of integrity and ethics with internal and external stakeholders. Build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to stay informed of market trends and pricing.

Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Strong ability to complete due diligence and risk assessment
• Impeccable integrity and ethics with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and codes.

Demonstrated accomplishments in the following areas :

• Identifying, preparing, and proposing value engineering opportunities. Demonstrated success working with customers and design teams on design build and design assist projects
• Experience with estimating software and tools : Bluebeam, Accubid and Live count preferred.
• Proven experience individually bidding on projects valued above $25 million and leading and contributing to team efforts on projects exceeding $50 million.

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree or Associates degree in a relevant field and / or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical estimating, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Working Conditions :

The majority of the time you will work in a typical office environment. Occasionally, you may travel to a construction job site. When on construction job sites you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space. You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day.

Benefits Overview :

IME provides an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package. Full-time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire. In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k.

Salary Range : $127,500 - $172,500

• Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned as required.

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

I ME will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job so that they may perform the essential duties of the position.

IME strives to provide a safe work environment for its employees. Under applicable laws and regulations, IME conducts background checks on all final candidates.

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