Electrical Estimator

Rael Recruiting; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Pension Plans

Pension Plans 3 Different Types

Job summary

A leading electrical contracting firm in California seeks an experienced individual to oversee electrical project estimates and collaborate with various stakeholders throughout the construction process. Candidates should possess a degree in Business or Engineering and have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The role emphasizes quality assurance in project bids with significant upward mobility opportunities within the company, making this a compelling opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical contracting.
• Ability to develop estimating policies and ensure quality control.
• Experience in resolving issues during project design and pre-bid phases.
• Plans: Able to read and interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, layout drawings and wiring diagrams and modify them for optimization.

Responsibilities

• Understand the electrical construction process from design through project close-out.
• Interact with vendors, suppliers, and other departments to resolve project issues.
• Prepare cost estimates for electrical projects and communicate with clients.
• Prepare cost estimates for electrical projects, bid projects, prepare portions of contract proposal estimates, communicate with clients, vendors, engineers, architects, building officials, owners, contractors, and subcontractors, determine the scope of work, review design options, and price all field change orders.
• A relentless developer of estimating policies, procedures, systems, and personnel with an objective to ensure QA/QC of all estimates prior to client submission.
• Exhibit discretion in reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting bid documents to determine the Scope of Work and use independent judgment to formulate the estimating approach and bid strategy.

Skills

Business or Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, UL, and ISA standards

Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics

Education

Degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

With almost 75 years of industry experience in locations across California, we are one of the largest electrical contractors in the state. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience. We have great development programs so upward mobility is highly encouraged as we have millions in backlog and are turning away work. We need you so do not hesitate to apply!

What We Offer:

• 401K
• PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Upward Mobility
• Paid Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Pension Plans 3 Different Types

Responsibilities:

• Understand the entire electrical construction process from design through project close-out for large commercial and industrial projects.
• Heavily interact with vendors, suppliers, GCs, customers, and other company departments to resolve issues during design and/or pre-bid.
• Responsible for estimating work as scheduled by the PCS Manager for bid.
• Prepare cost estimates for electrical projects, bid projects, prepare portions of contract proposal estimates, communicate with clients, vendors, engineers, architects, building officials, owners, contractors, and subcontractors, determine the scope of work, review design options, and price all field change orders.
• A relentless developer of estimating policies, procedures, systems, and personnel with an objective to ensure QA/QC of all estimates prior to client submission.
• Exhibit discretion in reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting bid documents to determine the Scope of Work and use independent judgment to formulate the estimating approach and bid strategy.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Business or Engineering degree or equivalent experience (minimum of 5 years).
• Standards: NEC, NFPA, UL, and ISA, as related to design and documentation.
• Wiring: techniques, color-coding, sizing and de-rating, and insulation classifications.
• Plans: Able to read and interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, layout drawings and wiring diagrams and modify them for optimization.

Classifications:

Area classification requirements as related to design and documentation.