Electrical Construction Project Manager / Estimator

ESPO; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Project Manager/Estimator to join their dynamic team in Chicago. This role involves managing and estimating electrical construction projects across various sectors, including commercial and industrial. You'll be the key point of accountability for project delivery, overseeing everything from design to execution. This position offers the opportunity to develop new business and work on projects ranging from $10,000 to $5M. If you're a self-driven professional with strong analytical and communication skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of project management and estimating in the electrical industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and estimate electrical construction projects from start to finish.
• Prepare complete cost estimates for commercial & industrial projects.
• Coordinate project activities and serve as the main point of contact.

Skills

Project Management

Estimating

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR
Location: Chicago IL
Job Type and Duration: 6 Month Contract to Hire

Our client, a privately owned Electrical Contractor, is adding a Project Manager/Estimator to their dynamic Chicago team.

This individual would be involved with managing and estimating electrical construction projects in the heavy commercial, light industrial, Institutional, Data Center sectors, varying in size and location. These projects will encompass various industries and may be located throughout the Chicagoland area. This position involves creating and identifying new bidding opportunities, initiating job estimates from start to finish, planning and executing the awarded work, monitoring and controlling the project, and closing it out with the assistance of other departments.

The Electrical Estimator / Project Manager is the single point of accountability for the delivery of the project, including design (where applicable), scope, cost, and schedule. This individual will provide overall direction on projects involving industrial electrical construction and maintenance. The position also includes developing new business opportunities with specific clients, groups of clients, and market sectors. Project sizes can typically range from $10,000 to $5M. This position would work directly under the lead estimator/ownership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Be able to utilize Accubid electrical estimating software
2. Perform electrical estimate takeoffs
3. Prepare project construction schedules
4. Submit 'Requests for Information' to clients
5. Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
6. Act as the main point of contact for project personnel
7. Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
8. Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports, and billing information
9. Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
10. Report regularly to the management team
11. Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for commercial & industrial projects within set deadlines
12. Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
13. Participate in the estimate review process with lead estimators and ownership
14. Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
15. Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
16. Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
17. Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
18. Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
19. Regular and predictable attendance
20. Other duties as assigned
21. Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location

REQUIREMENTS

1. 3-5+ years of project management and estimating experience in the electrical industry
2. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered instead of a degree
3. Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
4. Knowledgeable of the N.E.C. and all relevant local codes
5. Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals, and other documents as they relate to electrical work
6. Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office applications
7. Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent
8. Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
9. Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
10. Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods

ESPO Corporation
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