Estimator

Amberelectrical; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid Health & Life insurance

Discretionary Performance bonuses

Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit

Job summary

Amberelectrical, a Texas-based commercial contracting company, is looking for an Estimator in the Town of Texas, Wisconsin. The role involves creating accurate bid proposals for various projects, ensuring timely completion of estimates, and managing customer communications. Candidates should have a solid 5+ years of relevant experience in commercial or industrial projects, be knowledgeable about electrical materials and codes, and capable of analyzing costs effectively. Benefits include health insurance and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ relevant experience related to commercial and/or industrial projects.
• Accustomed to estimating for projects valued at $3 million and above.
• Thorough knowledge of the electrical field with familiarity in materials and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and evaluates requests for estimates.
• Ensures estimates are completed in a timely manner.
• Prepares bids either from a conceptual stage or based on plans and specifications.
• Manages estimating processes and timelines to meet company objectives.
• Communicates with customers to define project scope and negotiate pricing.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Conest and Bluebeam experience

Strong quantitative and analytical skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detailed oriented and self-motivated

Job description

Amber Electrical Contractors Inc. is an established Texas based commercial contracting company with over 36 years of experience. We pride ourselves in providing superior service and quality of workmanship.

Job Summary

Estimator creates accurate, aggressive, and profitable bid proposals for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. Estimator reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attends pre‑bid meetings. Focuses on profitability and cost control.

Responsibilities/ Physical Demands

• Reviews and evaluates requests for estimates.
• Ensures estimates are completed in a timely matter.
• Reads all bid documents, specifications and drawings from all trades as applies to own work.
• Prepares bids either from a conceptual stage, design‑assist, or plans and specifications.
• Overlays drawings for any changes in scope using Bluebeam
• Analyzes bids and offers cost‑saving ideas.
• Reviews, estimates, and revises for completeness and accuracy.
• Is familiar with local and national codes.
• Prepares cost in Conest by reviewing material, labor, indirect labor, subcontractors, general expense, equipment rental, quoted material, bid breakdowns, and final pricing.
• Prepares proposal letters and bid forms.
• Manages estimating processes and timelines to meet company objectives, both long and short term.
• Communicates with customers to define the project scope, address deficiencies, negotiate pricing and build relationships.
• Prepares and presents completed estimating packages to company executives and senior management.
• Continuously follows up on all bid projects and accurately forecasts future awards/probabilities.
• Properly transfers awarded projects to operations team and performs buyouts when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective completion of tasks and projects.

Skills

• Ability work independently

• Conest and Bluebeam experience
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detailed oriented and self‑motivated

Job Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass a background test and drug test
• Minimum 5+ years’ relevant experience related to commercial and/or industrial projects
• Accustomed to estimating for projects valued at $3 million and above
• Thorough knowledge of the electrical field with familiarity in materials and construction methods
• Knowledgeable of the N.E.C and local code

Benefits

• Employer paid Health & Life insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Discretionary Performance bonuses
• Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit