Electrical Estimator — Commercial Construction Bids

Technibus, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical in Richmond, VA seeks an Estimator to prepare cost estimates for commercial/electrical construction up to $10M using plans and specs in line with company guidelines.

You will serve as the bid-day front-line contact and handle complete takeoffs of the scope of work. The role requires 4+ years in estimating, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with construction estimating and project management software, plus the ability to read blueprints and interpret

Qualifications

• 4 or more years estimating or cost control and/or engineering experience in the commercial or industrial electrical construction industry; design-build quality project experience preferred
• Strong computer skills (EXCEL) and exceptional knowledge/experience utilizing complex project management software and construction estimating software
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems and reading/comprehending blueprints
• Working knowledge of commercial or industrial building codes and related systems/controls
• Strong math, reading, organizational, and analytical/critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively as an estimating team member
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and written/verbal communication skills
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cost estimates for all aspects of commercial or electrical construction projects up to $10M utilizing construction plans and specifications in accordance with company estimating guidelines and related industry standards.
• Serves as front-line point-of-contact on behalf of company on bid days.
• Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
• Coordinates total estimating effort relevant to particular bid/project as assigned.
• Negotiates with vendors to insure quality and lowest cost possible on bid items.
• Supports other department personnel as required; may include preparing estimates in other disciplines and assisting Project Manager's with job start-up and change-order costs.

Skills

Excel

Blueprint reading

Cost estimating

Teamwork

Communication

Cost data interpretation

Tools

Estimating software

Project management software

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical in Richmond, VA seeks an Estimator to prepare cost estimates for commercial/electrical construction up to $10M using plans and specs in line with company guidelines.

You will serve as the bid-day front-line contact and handle complete takeoffs of the scope of work. The role requires 4+ years in estimating, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with construction estimating and project management software, plus the ability to read blueprints and interpret