Electrical Estimator

Facility Solutions Group, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Facility Solutions Group, Inc. is seeking an electrical estimator to develop cost estimates for construction projects. Responsibilities include examining proposals and site assessments to ensure accurate estimates.

The ideal candidate has a minimum high school education, strong communication skills, and proficiency in ACCUBID, Microsoft Word, and Excel. We value self-motivated individuals with good customer service skills. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School minimum; Degree in related field preferred.
• Two years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination.
• Must be able to pass background screen.

Responsibilities

• Examine proposals, blueprints, and specifications for projects.
• Prepare material orders and maintain logs.
• Visit job sites to assess progress and troubleshoot problems.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service skills

Education

Degree in related field preferred

Tools

ACCUBID

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

The electrical estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates on routine small projects under direct supervision for construction as required by clients documents.

Responsibilities

• Examine proposals, blueprints, and specifications to determine the kind and time period of work necessary for a project.
• Prepare material orders and other documentation.
• Visit job sites to assess progress, maintain logs, troubleshoot problems, and evaluate work.
• Create project plans from estimates, and define tasks, schedules, and necessary personnel.
• Confer with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers, and negotiate and use local expertise to estimate costs.
• Perform other duties assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• High School minimum; Degree in related field preferred; Experience overall - two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination.
• Must be able to pass background screen
• Experience working in ACCUBID preferred
• Must work at an intermediate level of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficient in take-off estimator planning
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask while staying organized
• Self-Motivated
• Positive customer service skills

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.