Estimator Electrical Construction Data Center

IES Commercial Inc. - C&I Division; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible medical-dental-vision insurance

Paid holidays

Short-term/long-term disability insurance

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. is seeking a full-time Electrical Construction Estimator-Data Center located in Chester, Virginia. The role entails preparing cost estimates for electrical construction projects, which can reach up to $50M. Candidates must have at least four years of relevant experience and familiarity with tools like Accubid.

This position supports project management by collaborating closely on budgets and proposals, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

In addition to competitive salaries, IES offers comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) plan and medical-dental-vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in estimating or engineering in electrical construction.
• Proficient in Accubid and construction estimating software.
• Ability to interpret cost data and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for projects up to $50M.
• Write detailed proposals capturing project scope and costs.
• Lead Proposal Review Process and ensure documentation standards.

Skills

Estimating

Engineering

Project management software

Cost control

Data Center experience

Strong computer skills (EXCEL)

Blueprint comprehension

Analytical skills

Tools

Accubid

Construction estimating software

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, seeking full-time Electrical Construction Estimator-Data Center in Chester, Virginia.

Job Summary

• Prepares cost estimates for all aspects of electrical construction projects up to $50M utilizing construction plans and specifications in accordance with company estimating guidelines and related industry standards.
• Writes proposals that accurately and completely capture the scope of work as well as the costs associated with assigned projects.
• Leads the Proposal Review Process to ensure IES management has all appropriate documentation on Estimates prior to release to the customer.
• Direct ownership of ensuring project documentation and tracking is up to company standards throughout the Pre-con phase through hand-off to the Project Team.
• Works with Project Team to establish accurate budgets and buyouts based on the estimate.
• Establishes the project specific change order format on existing projects and ensures all change estimates are compliant.
• Serves as front-line point-of-contact on behalf of company with clients.
• Ability to prepare estimates by performing complete takeoff of scope of work.
• Ability to have an in-depth understanding of the project specifications and requirements to accurately account for the total cost.
• Coordinates total estimating effort relevant to particular bid/project as assigned.
• Negotiates with vendors to ensure quality and lowest cost possible on bid items.
• Supports other department personnel as required; may include preparing estimates in other disciplines and assisting Project Managers with start-up and change-order costs.
• Work performed at project location with trips to other projects or offices as required.

Qualifications

• 4 or more years' experience in estimating or cost control and/or engineering experience in the commercial or industrial electrical construction industry.
• Accubid experience.
• Change Order and new project pricing experience.
• Design-build project experience preferred.
• Data Center experience preferred.
• Ability to determine both cost and schedule impacts.
• Strong computer skills (EXCEL) and exceptional knowledge/experience utilizing complex project management software and construction estimating software.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems and reading/comprehending blueprints.
• Working knowledge of commercial or industrial building codes and related systems/controls.
• Strong math, reading, organizational, and analytical/critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively as an estimating team member.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and written/verbal communication skills.
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check.

Company Overview

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.

IES is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Females/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.