Estimator - Electric Power Division

HOOPER; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Identity Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Hooper, an established electric power and mechanical contractor, seeks an Estimator to price assigned Electric Power projects including T&D powerlines and Substations. The role involves developing bid schedules, performing plan take-offs, and obtaining material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.

Responsibilities include updating pricing, maintaining the estimating system, and supporting bids through execution with strong analytical and CAD/BIM skills, handling 120–200 estimates annually.

Qualifications

• Two years technically oriented education in engineering, construction management, or apprenticeship in a related discipline.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, Outlook and CAD/BIM familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Develop bid schedules with the Department Head and procure/return project plans for estimation.
• Prepare project estimates via detailed plan take-offs and pricing from materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Update material and labor rates regularly to reflect market changes.
• Maintain the estimating system and related software; price change orders on large projects.
• Evaluate bid results and maintain the bid database for future reference.
• Assess completed job costs against estimates to improve future estimates.
• Attend department meetings and related functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Excel

CAD/BIM

Education

Two years technical education in engineering/construction management

Tools

CAD/BIM

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Description

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well‑respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in the states of Colorado, Florida, and Ohio, Hooper provides a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients. Hooper provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability coverage.

Estimator Responsibilities

The Estimator is responsible for estimating assigned “Electric Power” projects (e.g. T&D Powerlines and Substations) and the upkeep of estimating systems.

Principal Accountabilities

• Develops a bid schedule in consultation with Department Head. Responsible for procuring and returning plans for projects to estimate.
• Prepares project estimates in a timely manner by engaging in detailed and accurate plan take‑off, and solicitation of appropriate material, equipment and sub‑contractor pricing.
• Updates material pricing and labor rates on regular intervals to reflect recent changes.
• Responsible for maintaining the estimating system, including software.
• Prices change orders on large projects.
• Evaluates bid results to track pricing levels. Upkeeps project bid database for future reference.
• Evaluates completed job costs against estimated budgeted costs to aid in future estimating.
• Develops “rules of thumb” estimating techniques and criteria for budget estimating.
• Other general tasks at the request of the department head.
• Attendance at departmental meetings and social functions is required.

Requirements

• Minimum two years technical education in the engineering field, construction management coursework or completion of apprenticeship in a respective discipline. Prior estimating experience in the plumbing / piping industry preferred.
• Analytical and problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
• General computer skills required with a good working knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook and a good understanding of CAD/BIM drawings.
• Comfortable with a wide range of project budgets and estimating 120 - 200 estimates per year based on size.

Description Of Physical Working Environment

• Works in a normal office environment and makes site visits when necessary, requiring driving a personal vehicle. When in the office, regularly works from a sitting or standing position with a computer. Repetitive typing and computer use required. Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting are common, and the ability to climb up and down ladders and steps on site is required with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visits construction site in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions.

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, considering candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.