Electrical Estimator (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Commercial

Austin Industries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Plan

Job summary

Austin Commercial in Phoenix seeks an Electrical Estimator to perform quantity/cost take-offs, develop unit costs, and clarify data with design professionals. You will review plans, distribute bid documents, and build vendor relationships to support competitive bids.

Requires 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience, strong math/analytical skills, and proficiency with estimating software. BS/BA in a related field preferred; excellent communication and negotiation abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of Electrical Construction estimating experience.
• BS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or related discipline preferred.
• Familiarity with construction materials, means, and methods.
• Strong math and technology ability with an analytical mindset.
• Proficient in relevant estimating and quantity take‑off software.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Quantity/Cost Take-Offs
• Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions
• Identifies conflicts/missing data and obtains clarification on plans and specifications from design professionals
• Distribution of bid documents
• Develops unit costs
• Advances knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materials through available resources
• Understands the project/program and its requirements
• Obtain and review proposals and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
• Detailed review of all documents including specifications for identification of onerous requirements
• Builds relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, architects, etc.)

Skills

Electrical Estimating Experience

Electrical Construction

Analytical mindset

Mathematical ability

Estimating software proficiency

Education

BS/BA in engineering or related discipline

Tools

Estimating and quantity take-off software

Job description

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Put your expertise and project engineering skills to work at Austin Commercial. Austin Commercial is currently seeking an Electrical Estimator for our Phoenix Division. We set the standard for commercial construction and we’re looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee‑owned, so every one of our employee‑owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!

• Must have Electrical Estimating Experience*

Responsibilities

• Quantity/Cost Take‑Offs
• Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions
• Identifies conflicts/missing data and obtains clarification on plans and specifications from design professionals
• Distribution of bid documents
• Develops unit costs
• Advances knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materials through available resources
• Understands the project/program and its requirements
• Obtain and review proposals and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
• Detailed review of all documents including specifications for identification of onerous requirements
• Builds relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, architects, etc.)

Requirements

• Generally requires 3 to 5 years of Electrical Construction estimating experience
• BS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or relevant discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with construction materials, means, and methods
• Strong math and technology ability with an analytical mindset
• Proficient in relevant estimating and quantity take‑off software
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
• Thoroughness and reliability
• Excellent organizational skills
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Benefits & Compensation

• We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.

We are proud to be a 100% Employee‑Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee‑ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.

Austin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About Austin Commercial

A leader in the commercial construction industry for more than 100 years, Austin Commercial delivers construction management services, and builds landmark projects such as aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment and semiconductor/fabrication plants.

To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/commercial.

No Third-Party Inquiries Please

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee‑owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third‑party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

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