Electrical Estimator: Preconstruction & Cost Analysis

ArchKey Solutions; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ArchKey Solutions is seeking an Electrical Estimator based in Fridley, MN to support preconstruction and project management with estimates, bid reviews, and cost analysis for complex electrical projects.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree and at least one year of electrical estimating experience, strong communication, and the ability to read plans and contracts; occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in construction management or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, and design/build and plan/spec estimating.
• Excellent communication skills including high-quality documentation and report preparation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Must have extensive knowledge of electrical code.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plans and monitors estimating activities for quality and accuracy, including quotes from subcontractors and task scheduling.
• Reviews bid documents with project manager and chief estimator to determine general expenses, labor rates, and other costs; uses estimating software.
• Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and cost optimization.
• Composes estimate documents accurately and professionally; assists in proposal writing for RFPs, bids, and related reports.
• Ensures estimates and RFPs meet customer and company conditions for satisfaction; collaborates with purchasing and design departments and mentors teammates.

Skills

Communication skills

Read electrical plans & contracts

Independent work

Estimating concepts

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in construction management or related field

Job description

ArchKey Solutions is seeking an Electrical Estimator based in Fridley, MN to support preconstruction and project management with estimates, bid reviews, and cost analysis for complex electrical projects.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree and at least one year of electrical estimating experience, strong communication, and the ability to read plans and contracts; occasional travel may be required.