Electrical Estimator – Industrial & Data Center

The State Group; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PAID medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off including vacation, sick

401(k) Retirement Plan with company

Competitive compensation, annual pay &

Diversity in workplace

Job summary

The State Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our Buffalo, NY office. You will prepare electrical cost estimates for diverse projects, including conceptual, design-build, and tender work, covering materials, labor, and equipment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction estimating in industrial sectors, strong knowledge of electrical drawings, and proficiency with Accubid Estimating Software. Daily coordination with project teams is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience in either automotive, data center, or industrial sectors.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively within a team.
• Proficiency in Accubid Estimating Software.
• Solid understanding of electrical drawings and the ability to interpret schematics.
• Familiarity with industry practices and electrical trade scope.
• Ability to commute to the Buffalo office daily.

Responsibilities

• As an Electrical Estimator, you will prepare electrical cost estimates for diverse projects, including conceptual, design-build, and general tender work, regardless of size or complexity.
• Independently calculate materials, labor, and equipment costs based on proposals, plans, and specifications, including project closings.
• Review specific and detailed data to determine material and labor requirements.
• Compute cost factors for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, scheduling work, bidding, vendor selection, subcontracting, and cost-effectiveness analysis.
• Draft requests for quotations (RFQs) to secure competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with project teams to garner support and commitment for cost estimates.
• Use estimating software such as Accubid for precise cost calculations.
• Analyze current practices and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements, and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with other estimators and the Director of Estimating to establish project indirect costs and overheads for each estimate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to achieve company objectives.

Skills

Estimating experience

Tools

Accubid Estimating

Job description

The State Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our Buffalo, NY office. You will prepare electrical cost estimates for diverse projects, including conceptual, design-build, and tender work, covering materials, labor, and equipment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction estimating in industrial sectors, strong knowledge of electrical drawings, and proficiency with Accubid Estimating Software. Daily coordination with project teams is expected.