Electrical Estimator

Primee; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Program w/ Employer Match

Discretionary Profit Sharing Program

Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Primee, based in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator who will be responsible for producing precise estimates for varied electrical projects. The role requires at least a Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of estimating experience in related fields, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will work closely with project leads and provide training to junior staff while utilizing tools like BlueBeam and Accubid to manage estimates effectively. The position offers excellent benefits including full medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of electrical estimating experience.
• Experience with preparing, completing, explaining, and reviewing estimates.
• Must have strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce precise electrical estimates for various project types.
• Work independently or under the direction of a project lead.
• Provide support and training for junior estimators and interns.

Skills

Electrical estimating experience

Strong work ethic

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of estimating experience

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

BlueBeam

Accubid

LiveCount

Job description

Who We Are

Stoner Electric, a Prime Electric company, has been a leading commercial electric company in the Pacific Northwest region for over 50 years. We specialize in delivering high-quality electrical contracting services to clients of all sizes. As electrical experts, we have established ourselves as leaders in our region across all facets of electrical contracting. Our experience and capabilities enable us to collaborate with clients throughout the entire lifecycle of their electrical systems, from pre-construction and design services to construction and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Produce precise electrical estimates for various project types, including large commercial, industrial, high-tech, vertical high rise, and health care facilities.
• Work independently or under the direction of designated project lead.
• Read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, tele data, security, fire alarm, audio visual plans, and specifications as they relate to the electrical work.
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and clearly communicate, estimated scope of work.
• Develop project take-offs and equipment counts based upon the specifications and drawings.
• Utilize technology tools to perform and document electrical budgets. (BlueBeam, Accubid, LiveCount preferable)
• Utilize understanding of basic circuitry and wiring methods for electrical systems
• Participate in Estimating team and review meetings and clearly define your estimate work product.
• Provide support and training of estimating processes, procedures and systems for junior estimators, interns, and other team members as necessary.
• Contribute to and support value engineering exercises.
• Contribute to scope letter content.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university, or 5+ years of electrical estimating experience and/or training in commercial, industrial, high-tech, vertical high-rise, and health care industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with preparing, completing, explaining, and reviewing complex estimates with Chief Estimator
• Experience with delivery models: Plan & Spec, Design-Assist, and Design-Build. Quick learner to grasp existing estimating process and procedures.
• Experience with the appropriate application of a wide variety of electrical materials and methods of installation as it relates to database materials and assemblies to individual estimates.
• PRIME is a fast-paced environment, and a strong work ethic is required.
• Must have strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NEC, local codes and construction methods
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, BlueBeam and/or Accubid and LiveCount

Benefits

100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee. 401k Program w/ Employer Match Discretionary Profit Sharing Program Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*Stoner Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. Stoner hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.