Electrical Estimator - Governmental

Caddell Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 69,900 - 104,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Company-paid holidays

Company-funded medical insurance

401k match

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Caddell Construction is seeking an Electrical Estimator to work with governmental projects from their Atlanta office. You will develop budgetary estimates and manage a team of subcontractors while ensuring compliance with bid requirements and deadlines.

The role requires a minimum of ten years in construction management, a strong background in project estimating, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance. Caddell offers a competitive salary ranging from $69,900 to $104,900 annually.

Join our team, where your contributions are valued in achieving complex construction goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED with ten years of construction management experience required.
• Four-year degree in building science, construction management, or engineering preferred.
• Current Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Review and understand government RFPs/bid documents.
• Manage schedule/priorities to meet various bid deadlines.
• Provide pre-bid engagement with the design team for design-build projects.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes during the bid process.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Technical and management skills

Cost management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma/GED with ten years of construction management experience

Four-year degree in building science or construction management

Job description

Job Title - Electrical Estimator - Governmental

Location - Montgomery, AL or Atlanta, Georgia

Rewards of Working at Caddell: Paid vacations, company-paid holidays, company-funded medical insurance. Company joint funding of dental and vision insurance, life and disability plans to full-time employees, 401k match, gym membership reimbursement, and use of company condominiums.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain relationships with electrical and associated sub-system subcontractors to build a reliable nationwide network of partners to support Caddell in the successful pursuit and construction of projects
• Reviews and understands electrical and associated sub-system requirements within government RFPs/bid documents for either bid-build or design-build projects
• Manages schedule/priorities to meet various bid dates and deadlines
• Develops budgetary estimates for both bid-build and design-build projects
• For design-build projects, provides pre-bid engagement with the design team to provide collaboration on the most cost-effective design and equipment that complies with RFP requirements
• Coordinates bid solicitations for electrical and associated systems subcontractors and vendors
• Maintains engagement with subcontractors during the bid process to ensure adequate competition
• Receives and analyzes subcontractor and vendor quotes on bid day; coordinates with the Senior Estimator to determine the proper scope and budget carried in the estimate.
• Develops and negotiates project-specific scope for subcontracts
• Provides post-award engagement with the design team on design-build projects to ensure design aligns with the project budget
• Ensures selected electrical subcontractor is engaged with the designer during the design process
• Develops historical cost data
• Assembles bid documentation
• Attend pre-bid meetings/site visits as needed

• Working Conditions - Office setting, no travel required, full-time
• Reporting Structure - Senior Estimator

What We Expect

Accountability is part of The Caddell Way and our employees share in a strong work ethic and positive team environment. There is a true sense of purpose and teamwork.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Strong written and verbal communication skills. Requires excellent technical and management skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage costs and control schedule. Excellent organizational skills. Strong Microsoft Office suite knowledge. Ability to communicate and work with multinational and multi-disciplined employees.

Education / Experience - Minimum high school diploma/GED and ten years of construction management experience required. Four-year degree in building science, construction management, or engineering, and seven plus years estimating and/or managing projects similar to governmental DoD, correctional-type projects.

Current clearance, or the ability to obtain, a Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance required. U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance required

While the salary range is typically between $69,900 - $104,900 annually, applicants are encouraged to share compensation expectations as part of the application process. Caddell honors the prior experience, education, and qualifications of applicants in order to make attractive and competitive offers.

Your career matters at Caddell, where there is a strong emphasis on the growth and development of every employee! We're large enough to take on the most complex construction projects, but we know the contribution of each individual is the key to our success.

Caddell Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other protected classes under applicable laws and regulations.