Electrical Estimator Manager

CR Meyer; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CR Meyer in the United States is seeking a Project Estimator Manager to lead electrical estimates for heavy industrial construction projects, coordinating with project managers, design/build teams, owners, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely estimates.

You will direct preparation of complete electrical estimates, review drawings and contracts, oversee takeoffs, pricing, and databases, and drive profitability while meeting bid deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible electrical estimating experience, preferably in heavy industrial projects.
• Solid knowledge of Accubid and Microsoft Office Suite software; ability to learn CR Meyer software.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and comply with the Drug & Alcohol Policy.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving history; ability to travel to project sites.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Ability to travel to various project sites within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Direct the preparation of complete electrical estimates for industrial construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contract documents to determine project requirements.
• Oversee quantity takeoffs, labor calculations, material pricing, equipment costs, subcontractor pricing, and indirect cost development.
• Develop preliminary budgets and detailed estimates at varying levels of project definition.
• Set up, use and maintain estimating technology, workflows, and reporting systems.
• Compare estimated costs to actual performance and maintain historical cost databases.
• Ensure estimates reflect labor productivity, scheduling, means and methods, and market conditions.
• Review final estimates for completeness, accuracy, and profitability before bid submission.
• Lead pre-bid meetings and assist in project pursuit decisions.
• Ensure estimating resources meet bid deadlines and provide guidance to estimators.
• Mentor electrical estimating staff and promote collaboration and customer service.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Description

The Project Estimator Manager contributes to the overall success of CR Meyer and its heavy industrial customers through effectively managing estimates provided for heavy industrial construction projects related to electrical services provided. Works with Project Managers, Design/Build team members, owners, business partners and other interested parties to ensure estimates are prepared in an accurate and timely manner.

• Direct the preparation of complete electrical estimates for industrial construction projects ranging from electrical maintenance contracts to large capital projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contract documents to determine project requirements.
• Oversee quantity takeoffs, labor calculations, material pricing, equipment costs, subcontractor pricing, and indirect cost development.
• Develop preliminary conceptual budgets and detailed estimates at varying levels of project definition.
• Responsible for the set-up, use and maintenance of estimating technology, software, workflows, and reporting systems.
• Compare estimated costs to actual project performance. Maintain historical cost databases and productivity benchmarks.
• Ensure estimates accurately reflect labor productivity, scheduling requirements, construction means and methods and market conditions.
• Review all final estimates for completeness, accuracy, and profitability before bid submission.
• Ensures all electrical estimates and proposals align with company standards, customer requirements and project risks.
• Lead pre-bid meetings and assist in project pursuit decisions.
• Ensure estimating resources to meet bid deadlines.
• Conduct estimate reviews and provide technical guidance to estimators.
• Lead, coach, and provide guidance to electrical estimating staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.
• Participate in project turnover meetings and provide estimating support to project teams.
• Leads by personal example and is a strong advocate for the CR Meyer Mission-Vision-Values and Code of Conduct.
• Wears all assigned PPE and observes CR Meyer safety guidelines at all times.
• Due to project deadlines and demands, regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Completes all related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Represents the CR Meyer brand in a positive, professional manner at all times.
• All other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible electrical estimating experience, preferably with an emphasis in heavy industrial projects required.
• Solid knowledge of Accubid and Microsoft Office Suite software preferred. Ability to learn and utilize other CR Meyer software.
• Ability to complete all CR Meyer training and perform job duties within safety training & guidelines.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and comply with CR Meyer’s Drug & Alcohol Policy and Program.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, insurable driving history and ability to operate a motor vehicle following all traffic laws and safe, courteous driving habits.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Ability to travel to various project sites within the United States required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CR Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and your application will be considered without regard to any legally protected status under applicable local, state or federal law. All employment decisions are made based on relevant work-related background and experience. All offers of employment by CR Meyer are considered at will and are subject to CR Meyer's Drug & Alcohol Policy & Program.