Electrical Estimator: Takeoff, Bid & Cost Insights

Pulice; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulice in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an Estimator to prepare project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals.

Responsibilities include takeoffs, reviewing drawings, and coordinating with vendors. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 1+ years in estimating, and basic knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field is required.
• 1+ years of experience in construction estimating or cost control is preferred.
• Beginner knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.

Responsibilities

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope and contents of estimate.
• Reviews historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity reports into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical input on project risks to the lead estimator and verifies alignment with schedule and cost goals.
• Performs takeoffs of scope of work and calculates material quantity requirements from drawings.
• Monitors client addendum and advises estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
• Assists with design reviews and recommends cost-effective solutions.
• Partners with estimating team to conduct hand-off meetings between pursuit and project management teams.
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors to meet pursuit and cost goals.

Skills

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

Pulice in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an Estimator to prepare project estimates by analyzing specifications and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals.

Responsibilities include takeoffs, reviewing drawings, and coordinating with vendors. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 1+ years in estimating, and basic knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid.