Electrical Estimator – Austin/San Antonio/Houston, TX

Bartlett Cocke; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Houston is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join their team. This role involves leading estimating for complex commercial construction projects, including electrical and low voltage systems. The firm welcomes applications from both experienced professionals and those seeking to grow into roles. Candidates should possess skills in estimating and cost analysis, as well as a basic understanding of electrical systems. This position provides a pathway for those with varying levels of experience to contribute to exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop conceptual estimates at all phases of project design.
• Understanding of electrical systems for commercial construction.
• Coordination skills between electrical and civil disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical portion of estimates ensuring completeness.
• Review narratives, plans, and specifications for alignment.
• Develop and manage pricing bid strategy and work packages.

Skills

Estimating and Cost Analysis

Electrical Pricing

Design Review

Knowledge of Building Codes

Job description

Austin , TX / San Antonio , TX / Houston , TX

Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our team! The Electrical Estimator will be someone who can or will be able to learn to effectively provide preconstruction estimating for electrical, communications, life safety, and other low voltage systems for highly complex commercial construction projects.

The following job description is representative of an experienced Electrical Estimator, however we are interested in candidates that may range from entry level through experienced individuals. Those candidates that are entry level or have less experience than 5 years of directly relatable experience should consider this job description as something to work towards.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Estimating and Cost Analysis:
  • Lead the electrical portion of estimates and ensure that scopes are coordinated and complete.
  • Review and understand narratives, plans and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and the scope of work.
  • Develop conceptual estimates based on limited information at all phases of the project design progression.
  • Participate in the development and review of design alternatives, cost options, and value engineering.
  • Develop and manage the electrical pricing bid strategy, break outs, and work packages.
  • Explain electrical pricing and costs to clients and engineers.
  • Assist project team(s) in evaluating submitted proposals and assist with development of scopes of work to be outlined in subcontracts.
  • Coordinate with marketing personnel regarding technical aspects of proposals.
• Design Review:
  • Conduct review of Conceptual, SD, DD and CD drawings to ensure that schematics and specifications are complete and provide adequate information.
  • Working knowledge of, and ability to research and interpret relevant building codes.
  • Ensure utilities are coordinated between civil and electrical/data disciplines.
  • Participate in project meetings as needed, come prepared, and participate constructively.