Electrical Estimator - Austin

Kilgore Ind; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D

STD

LTD

Supplemental life

Job summary

Kilgore Industries, LP in Austin, TX is seeking an Electrical Estimator to prepare bid proposals for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. You will review documents, perform takeoffs, and develop accurate, profitable bids while coordinating with project teams.

The role requires extensive estimating experience, proficiency with Trimble Accubid and Livecount, and strong customer service. Regular office hours are Monday–Friday, with opportunities to contribute across multiple project

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• College degree or active Texas Electrical License (Master’s or Journeyman).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the commercial or industrial construction industry.
• Minimum 10 years of field or electrical estimating experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating Trimble Accubid and Livecount.
• Great customer service skills and neat appearance.
• Works well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Establishes estimating tables prior to performing takeoff.
• Calculates the cost of electrical construction based on reviewing and evaluating available documents.
• Analyzes project for value engineering options while considering specific job conditions that may affect labor and materials to be purchased and installed.
• Manages multiple individual projects from concept through the bidding, design and subcontract bidding phases.
• Works in high pressure situations such as bid day and represents Kilgore in periodic owner/design team meetings.
• Analyzes and measures “risk” between subcontractors.
• Analyzes and determines approach for various project delivery types.
• Orders, reviews and distributes bid documents to ensure consistency and eliminate errors.
• Works closely with Project Managers and Superintendents regarding schedule and special construction considerations.
• Supports all phases of design, from conceptual studies through detailed construction drawings, documentation and schedules.
• Requests material and equipment quotes from vendors while maintaining a positive relationship.
• May perform job walks to ensure field conditions have been observed that may affect the construction, the prospective bid, and/or may impact the pre-construction designs and the electrical services.
• Adheres to Kilgore’s policies, procedures, all safety plans, and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations.
• Reports to the office Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30pm.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree or Texas Electrical License

Tools

Trimble Accubid

Livecount

Job description

Location: Austin, TX

Job Id:449

# of Openings:1

At Kilgore Industries, LP outstanding individuals can build a fulfilling career working for the leading MEP firm in Texas. You will take pride in being part of a team that sets high standards and makes quality its priority. As a member of the team, you will receive the training, support and incentives to help you achieve excellence in your work.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Electrical Estimator estimates commercial, industrial, and multi-family electrical systems and drawings. The Estimator is responsible for calculating the cost of electrical construction by reviewing and evaluating available documents and developing accurate, competitive, and profitable bid proposals for a variety of national electrical projects. Responsibilities include but, are not limited to:

POSITION DUTIES:

• Establishes estimating tables prior to performing takeoff
• Calculates the cost of electrical construction based on reviewing and evaluating available documents
• Analyzes project for value engineering options while considering specific job conditions that may affect labor and materials to be purchased and installed
• Manages multiple individual projects from concept through the bidding, design and subcontract bidding phases
• Works in high pressure situations such as bid day and represents Kilgore in periodic owner/design team meetings
• Analyzes and measures “risk” between subcontractors
• Analyzes and determines approach for various project delivery types
• Orders, reviews and distributes bid documents to ensure consistency and eliminate errors
• Works closely with Project Managers and Superintendents regarding schedule and special construction considerations
• Supports all phases of design, from conceptual studies through detailed construction drawings, documentation and schedules
• Requests material and equipment quotes from vendors while maintaining a positive relationship
• May perform job walks to ensure field conditions have been observed that may affect the construction, the prospective bid, and/or may impact the pre-construction designs and the electrical services
• Adheres to Kilgore’s policies, procedures, all safety plans, and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations
• Reports to the office Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• College degree or Active Texas Electrical License (Master’s or Journeyman)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the commercial or industrial construction industry
• Minimum 10 years of field or electrical estimating experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating Trimble Accubid and Livecount
• Great customer service skills and neat appearance
• Works well in a team environment

• competitive compensation packages
• weekly direct deposit paychecks
• paid company holidays
• 401K plan
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life/ AD&D
• STD
• LTD
• supplemental life insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

“Regulated by the Texas Dept. of Licensing and Registration, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, TX. 78711, 1-800-803-9202” TACLA017666C/TECL26749"

Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, P.O. Box 4200, Austin, Texas 78765 1-800-845-6584 M-37953

Kilgore Industries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development