Junior Electrical Estimator

BRAVI ELECTRIC INC; La Habra (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Job summary

BRAVI ELECTRIC INC in La Habra, California is seeking an experienced estimator to prepare detailed estimates for various projects. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience estimating commercial projects, along with a strong understanding of construction materials and methods.

This role involves analyzing contractual documents, managing project scopes, and developing estimating procedures. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software is required. Benefits include 401(k) and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in estimating commercial projects.
• Outstanding knowledge of planning, scheduling, hiring, budgeting, and job costing.
• Deep understanding of commercial construction materials and methods.
• Strong management, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare itemized estimates for private and public projects.
• Resolve technical matters during negotiations.
• Analyze contractual documents to determine scope of work.
• Prepare weekly bid calendar and ensure timely estimates.
• Review bid opportunities and provide go/no-go decisions.

Skills

Estimating commercial projects

Planning and scheduling

Budgeting and job costing

Management and organizational skills

Analytical skills

Understanding engineering drawings

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Knowledge of construction materials

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete itemized conceptual estimates in support of negotiated opportunities for private, public and government projects
• Deals with owners and contractors to resolve technical and/or value engineering matters during the negotiation and contract execution
• Analyze contractual documents and contract modifications to determine the scope of work and scope changes
• Prepares weekly bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates
• Reviews bid opportunities and outline the pros and cons of going after each project for a go/no-go decision
• Reviews bid opportunity documents (RFP, Plans, and Specs) to identify critical trades where market bids are needed to bid on the project
• Annually review bid day spreadsheet for cost revisions
• Assist with the development of estimating procedures and guidelines

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum estimating commercial projects
• Outstanding knowledge of planning, scheduling, hiring, budgeting, and job costing
• Deep knowledge of commercial construction materials and methods
• Strong management, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to perform difficult and complex estimating activities typical to the engineering and construction industry
• Ability to work with engineering drawings and specifications
• Ability to look at any construction project and break down the entire project into the required individual components (studs, nails, electrical boxes, breakers, control points, registers, rebar, steel structure, etc.)
• Knowledge of estimating techniques and take off procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and estimating software.
• Knowledgeable in the N.E.C and local codes.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of budget and schedule management.