Electrical Estimating Intern — Bid & Build Experience

Helix Electric Inc; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Electric Inc. seeks a Junior Estimator to join the estimating team on electrical construction projects. You will collaborate with estimators, clients and suppliers to prepare and complete bid submittals.

Qualifications include a degree in construction management or electrical engineering, exposure to power systems, and strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a focus on learning and contributing to cost estimates and project success.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Dedication to learning, expanding knowledge, and continuous improvement.
• Interest in Electrical/Power Systems (design, cabling, lighting).
• Motivation to complete tasks on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Actively participating in the estimating and pre-construction activities of new projects.
• Participating with corporate and project management to determine bid types, strategies, techniques, etc.
• Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Preparing detailed, disciplined estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
• Maintaining files of working documents as a backup for estimate figures and supplier price information.
• Conceptually generating scope of work, pricing, and labor schedule based on an engineer's narrative.
• Reviewing design options and recommending solutions based on cost and quality.
• Participating in preparation, review, presentation and out-brief of technical and design/build proposals (RFIs).
• Preparing, performing, and report writing of studies on materials, construction methods, and cost-effectiveness.
• Performing additional assignments per supervisor's direction

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Learning mindset

Motivation to complete tasks

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Helix Electric Inc. seeks a Junior Estimator to join the estimating team on electrical construction projects. You will collaborate with estimators, clients and suppliers to prepare and complete bid submittals.

Qualifications include a degree in construction management or electrical engineering, exposure to power systems, and strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a focus on learning and contributing to cost estimates and project success.