Estimator II

Faith Technologies; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies is seeking an Estimator Level 2 to forecast costs for field projects. The ideal candidate will be proficient with PC and Microsoft Office, with preference for Trimble Enterprise experience. Education includes a engineering degree or equivalent technical training, and 2–4 years of electrical estimating experience, plus a possible electrical apprenticeship (8,000 hours).

Travel is 5–10%. Schedule is 7 AM–5 PM, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical training.
• 2–4 years of electrical estimating experience.
• Completion of Electrical Apprenticeship Program (or 8,000 hours) and 2–4 years electrical estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently reviews specification information and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Attends job site walk-throughs as necessary.
• Organizes bid components to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Performs takeoffs on screen and from drawings (circuiting and scaling drawings, counting devices and equipment).
• Consults with clients, vendors, foremen/superintendents, and project managers to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Confers with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Finalizes and follows up on completed bids.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

PC proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Trimble Enterprise familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Electrical Apprenticeship Program / 8,000 hours

Tools

Trimble Enterprise

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care .

The Estimator Level 2is responsible for forecasting costs for potential field projects. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, and experience in Trimble Enterprise is preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical training

Experience:2 to4 years of electrical estimating experience

or

Education: Completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program (or equivalent work experience, 8,000 hours)

Experience:2 to4 years of electrical estimating experience

Travel: 5-10%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Overtime may be required. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently reviews specification information and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Attends job site walk-throughs as necessary.
• Organizes bid components to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Performs takeoffs on screen and from drawings (i.e., circuiting and scaling drawings, counting devices and equipment, etc).
• Consults with clients, vendors, foremen/superintendents, and project managers to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Confers with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Finalizes and follows up on completed bids.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills or abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test