Electrical Estimator - Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established subcontractor in Arizona is seeking an Electrical Estimator - Project Manager to oversee commercial electrical projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in cost estimating and project management, ensuring high-quality outcomes while maintaining relationships with clients and subcontractors. This full-time role offers a chance to lead impactful projects within the organization.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience required.
• Proficient in estimating large and small-scale projects.
• Knowledge of NEC and construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares estimates by studying plans and identifying costs.
• Maintains cost keys and resolves discrepancies.
• Coordinates schedules of the job with customers.

Skills

Cost Estimating

Project Management

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Verifiable related education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

McCormick Cost Estimating programs

Job description

We are seeking an Electrical Estimator - Project Manager to join us.

Well-established subcontractor seeks an experienced professional for commercial electrical projects statewide.

Job Duties:

1. Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, sets priorities.
2. Prepares estimates by studying plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs.
3. Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.
4. Develops new, maintains existing relationships, and obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials through identification of qualified subcontractors; negotiating prices.
5. Qualifies bids through interaction with contractor, owner representatives.
6. Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information.
7. Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
8. Identifies potential conflicts or problems within bid documents.
9. Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
10. Maintains continuity by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
11. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
12. Develops and maintains current relationships with customers, bidding continually to keep a relevant project backlog.
13. Attends pre-bid and site project meetings, including those requiring business travel.
14. Reviews the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
15. Reviews and corrects all submittals.
16. Manages the contracting process.
17. Works daily with Field Supervision to develop layout drawings, commodities list, and purchase orders, and to monitor project progress and conditions.
18. Coordinates schedules of the job with customers and other subcontractors.
19. Maintains current communication and logs for change orders with all internal and external parties.
20. Projects manpower requirements.
21. Monitors field production.
22. Assists Field Supervision in structuring crews.
23. Develops and continually updates cost to complete estimates.
24. Participates in project billings with the Accounting department.

Construction Skills and Qualifications:

• Combination of verifiable related education and work history indicating ability to estimate multiple large and small-scale projects.
• Proficient with technology, computers, and software such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and McCormick Cost Estimating programs.
• Prior experience with the electrical trade and cost estimating.
• Knowledge of NEC and construction standards.
• Experience with public and private commercial projects.
• Please provide examples of project bid lists and project values.

Welch Companies Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or other status protected by law.

Requirements:

• 7 years of experience

Job Type: Full-time

Company Description: We have been serving the State of Arizona with successful on-time projects since 1998. Join our team!