Electrical Estimator - Competitive Pay & Benefits

Watson Electrical Construction Co. LLC; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid PTO & Holidays

Mental Health Resources

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Watson Electrical Construction in Wilson, North Carolina seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare bids, analyze drawings, and develop cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in electrical field and 2 years estimating; proficient with Accubid or similar software; strong math, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple bids.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of working in the electrical field.
• At least 2 years of prior electrical estimating experience.
• Must possess a current state driver's license.
• High School Graduate or GED.
• Experience with Accubid or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work and enter computer estimating system; review computer reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Request quotes from suppliers for materials and equipment.
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and solicit quotes; review quotes for completeness with plans and specifications.
• Itemize and quantify all incidentals necessary in preparing bid packages including subcontract work, equipment rentals, tools and suppliers.
• Prior to issuing formal bid packages, provide detailed review of scope, technical requirements and pricing for the estimated bid package.
• Responsible for the timely completion of all client-required documents.
• Draft scope letter inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimate figures.
• After successful bid at project turnover, meet with Project Management to explain the estimate and scope.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Blueprint analysis

Cost control

Microsoft Office

Blue Beam

CAD

3D software

Reading blueprints

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Accubid

Live Count

CAD/3D software

Microsoft Office

Blue Beam

Job description

Watson Electrical Construction in Wilson, North Carolina seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare bids, analyze drawings, and develop cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in electrical field and 2 years estimating; proficient with Accubid or similar software; strong math, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple bids.