Estimator

Mindlance; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company is seeking an experienced Estimator for electrical projects in Philadelphia, PA. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of experience focused on electrical works, capable of preparing WBS estimates, and providing 24/7 estimating services. Familiarity with substantial projects ($500k to $5M) is essential, alongside strong Excel skills. Face-to-face interview required prior to hire. Potential for long-term engagement (12 months).

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience with electrical projects.
• Experience with estimates for projects ranging from $500k to $5M.
• Familiarity with transmissions, distributions, and substations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare WBS estimates and conduct project estimate review meetings.
• Provide on-call estimating services for emerging projects.
• Incorporate actual project data into the estimating methodology.

Skills

Estimating skills

Electrical project experience

Excel proficiency

Ability to drive to job sites

Job description

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com.

Job Description

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Duration: 12 Months

Responsibilities:

• Prepare standard WBS estimates and assumptions with confidence factors ranging from study to construction phases of the project.
• Provide 24/7 on call estimating services for emergent projects
• Develop unit cost and parametric estimate range for standard scope of work.
• Review the basis of an estimate during Project Estimate Challenge meetings.
• Incorporate project actuals into estimating methodology in order to ensure continuous improvement.
• Report project actuals against estimate at project completion
• Work with the project managers to ensure that the estimates are properly challenged and reviewed.

Required:

• 7 Year experience primarily with electrical projects required, lieu of degree
• Types of Projects (team avg 70 projects 500k to 5M)
• Transmissions
• Distributions
• Substations
• Heavy usage of Excel
• Past experience with electrical and drawing specs a huge plus
• Driving to some job sites and doing walk-downs will be required
• Looking for Estimators, not Project Managers
• F2F interview will be required before hire

Additional Information

Vikram Bhalla | Team Recruitment | Mindlance, Inc. | W : 732 504 6695

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