Estimator

Hatzel & Buehler Inc; Sharpsburg (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hatzel & Buehler Inc. in Sharpsburg, PA is seeking an Electrical Estimator to manage the low electrical process from takeoff to tender submission. You will prepare comprehensive bid estimates for commercial construction, review project plans, and collaborate with the Branch Manager, engineers, and suppliers to ensure accurate pricing.

Proficiency with Accubid and online bid portals is required. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and be detail-oriented to substantiate final

Qualifications

• Experience estimating electrical low-voltage projects.
• Proficient with Accubid software and bid portals.
• Ability to review plans and prepare tender documents.
• Strong cost negotiation and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with substantiation of estimates.

Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation: Produce precise estimates of material and labor costs for electrical elements.
• Tender Documentation: Prepare and send out accurate electrical estimates and tender documentation.
• Quote Analysis: Analyze quotes for electrical materials and labor costs to achieve value.
• Technical Evaluation: Evaluate requirements and costs to determine prices and margins.
• Customer Quotations: Create and deliver estimates/quotations aligning with customer needs.
• Collaboration: Work with Branch Manager, Subcontractors, Engineers, and Development Managers.
• Estimating Software: Use Accubid and online bid portals for final submissions.
• Bid Evaluation: Evaluate bid opportunities and meet project deadlines.
• Project Plans: Review and understand project plans, requirements, and specs.
• Review and Recommendations: Review quotes with leadership and prepare risk recommendations.
• Market Factors: Identify escalation factors in the marketplace.
• Bid Analysis: Compare competitive bids after submittal.
• Estimate Justification: Substantiate all aspects of final estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Low-voltage estimates

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

CQE certification

Tools

Accubid

Bid portals

Job description

The Estimator is responsible for managing the low electrical process from beginning to end and producing comprehensive bid estimates for commercial construction projects. In this role, you will demonstrate your construction cost estimating techniques and knowledge in quantity takeoffs, as you complete the entire bid from the beginning to the completion of the tender.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation: Produce precise estimates of material and labor costs for the electrical elements of projects.
• Tender Documentation: Prepare and send out accurate electrical estimates and tender documentation.
• Quote Analysis: Analyze all received quotes for electrical materials and labor costs, utilizing negotiation skills to achieve optimal value.
• Technical Evaluation: Evaluate technical requirements and estimating costs to determine prices and margins for electrical equipment.
• Customer Quotations: Create and deliver estimates/quotations to potential customers, ensuring alignment with both customer needs and business requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Branch Manager, Subcontractors, Engineers, and Development Managers during the estimating/tender process to build strong working relationships.
• Estimating Software: Utilize estimating software such as Accubid and online bid portals for final submissions.
• Bid Evaluation: Evaluate bid opportunities, liaise with potential clients, and work within project deadlines to produce accurate electrical estimates.
• Project Plans: Review and understand all project plans, requirements, and specifications.
• Review and Recommendations: Review quotes and estimates with Branch Manager and Pre-Construction Manager, preparing recommendations for resolving project risks.
• Market Factors: Identify and report on escalation factors in the marketplace affecting materials and labor rates.
• Bid Analysis: Actively compare and analyze competitive subcontract and supplier bids after submittal.
• Estimate Justification: Substantiate all aspects of final estimates to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with estimating software, such as Accubid, and experience with online bid portals required
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CQE) are a plus.
• Proven experience in estimating, particularly for low voltage components of projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and negotiate costs effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to review and understand complex project plans and specifications.
• Detail-oriented with the capability to substantiate and justify all aspects of final estimates.

Work Environment

This job is fully in person, on site.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

HATZEL & BUEHLER provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HATZEL & BUEHLER complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. HATZEL & BUEHLER expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of HATZEL & BUEHLER’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.