Electrical Preconstruction Director

Sky Mavis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401k

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sky Mavis is looking for an Electrical Preconstruction Director in St. Louis, MO. This role involves leading estimates for electrical systems, budgeting for complex projects, and guiding team members in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in industry standard software. A robust benefits package including bonuses, medical, and professional development programs is offered alongside competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in electrical systems estimation.
• Proven leadership and teamwork skills in high-pressure environments.
• Ability to analyze bid documents and provide valuable feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead project estimates and provide direction to team members.
• Conduct scope reviews and analyze RFP/design documents.
• Coordinate with teams for cost estimation and value engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Electrical Systems Estimation

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trimble On-Screen Takeoff Software

Job description

The Role We Want You For

The Electrical Preconstruction Director will be responsible for taking the lead on a particular estimate(s) and providing direction to other team members. They will be responsible for accurately calculating project costs by preparing budgets for Electrical/Technology/Low Voltage Systems. Budgeting efforts are for projects in pursuit and those awarded to the company. Successful candidates will be very well organized, have excellent communication skills and be computer literate. Must have prior experience in the construction industry and advanced knowledge to perform quantity takeoff. The project pursuits will be focused around larger more technically complex work such as Electric Vehicle (EV), Semiconductor, Food & Beverage Manufacturing facilities, etc.

The Specifics of the Role

• Responsible for bidding work accurately, competitively, and on time.
• Review of all RFP or design documents to establish a complete understanding of requested scope of work. Develop RFI lists for project clarifications. Emphasis of work will include more complicated, larger projects.
• Coordination with project team to provide take off and estimating, constructability analyses, value engineering, cost control, scope reviews etc.
• Ability to estimate and “fill in the gaps” for complete pricing when only conceptual design documents are available.
• Take off all materials and prices, identify subcontractor involvement, solicit subcontractor and/or manufacturer prices and estimate direct field labor.
• Assist internal team members who are responsible for building positive working relationships with local and national material suppliers and equipment vendors to provide current pricing of lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and miscellaneous material pricing.
• Assist internal team members in maintaining positive working relationships with local and national Electrical/Technology/LV System subcontractors to verify market conditions and labor issues.
• Assist internal team members responsible in maintaining current subcontractor and material costs within our estimating software.
• Contribute to creating data to be used for conceptual estimating measures, such as, man-hours and/or cost per lineal foot, per square foot, by system, by spec, by building type, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or a combination of education (including trade schools) and professional experience.
• 15+ years of experience as an estimator in electrical systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Experience with Trimble on-screen takeoff software is preferred.
• Ability to review bid documents and offer design critique and/or VE opportunities.
• Must work well under pressure and deadlines.
• Must have demonstrated success in leadership, safety awareness, good follow-up skills, coaching, and teamwork.
• Effective written/oral communication skills, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.