Electrical Estimator

Loenbro Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off (PTO)

6 paid holidays

Health Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

A leading electrical company in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking an experienced electrical estimator to analyze blueprints and determine costs for various electrical installations. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of commercial estimating experience and be proficient in software like Trimble Estimation. This position offers comprehensive health benefits, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret blueprints.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong ability to navigate Trimble Estimation software.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing blueprints to determine wire lengths and outlet placement.
• Determining the cost of materials and fixtures for each project.
• Determining labor requirements for projects.
• Evaluating project profitability to assist management in bidding.
• Updating cost databases to reflect material and labor costs.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Use of Trimble Estimation software

Education

3 years commercial estimating experience

Project management experience

Tools

Trimble Estimation

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Accubid

Job description

Overview

Company: Switch Electric - A Lonebro Company

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Job Description:

We are looking to hire an experienced electrical estimator to determine the approximate costs of various electrical installations for industrial, commercial, and mission critical work. The electrical estimator’s responsibilities include getting packages out to vendors for quotation, determining the quotes are accurate, material and labor take off with the use of Trimble Estimation, reviewing the project with the management team, writing bid letters, following up with customers, working with project management to turn projects over once won, help with the submittal process and change orders as needed.

To be successful as an electrical estimator, you should be detail-oriented and have sound knowledge of electrical codes. Ultimately, an exceptional Electrical Estimator should be adept at reading building plans and specifications and demonstrate outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing blueprints to determine wire lengths as well as suitable outlet placement based on electrical codes.
• Determining the amount, type, and cost of materials and fixtures needed for each electrical project.
• Determining the amount of labor required to complete each project.
• Determining the potential profitability of electrical projects to assist management in making sound bidding decisions.
• Providing viable solutions to increase project profitability.
• Completing and submitting competitive project bids in accordance with established guidelines.
• Regularly updating cost databases to accurately reflect fluctuating material and labor costs.
• Evaluating labor and material costs to determine whether it is more feasible to construct electrical components or sub-contract the construction of components.

Requirements

• The ability to interpret blueprints.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Proficient Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong ability to navigate Trimble Estimation software

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial estimating experience and project manager experience
• Must have good knowledge or the electrical trade and NEC
• Must have good technology skills including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Bluebeam and Accubid
• Need high attention to detail for accurate estimating and project coordination
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays: 6 paid holidays
• Health Benefits: All employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) Retirement: The Company provides a 100% match of the first 4% of employee’s contribution each year, to the plan. Eligibility for the plan begins the first day of the month following 90 days of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.