Pre-Construction Estimator

The Heico Companies LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Estimator to join their team in Houston. This role focuses on reviewing construction documents, creating detailed budgets, and ensuring compliance with the National Electric Code. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in the commercial electrical industry. With a commitment to fostering a collaborative environment, the company offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive insurance packages, a flexible work schedule, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're ready to contribute to exciting projects and grow in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Program

Health Savings Account Contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Mental and Physical Wellness Programs

Flexible Work Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Access to LinkedIn Learning Courses

Competitive Time Off Package

Qualifications

• 2+ years in commercial electrical industry with budgeting experience.
• Understanding of electrical construction installation processes.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and create detailed budgets.
• Advise on design changes for potential cost savings.
• Maintain and update the Estimating Cost Database.

Skills

Budgeting

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Team Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical trade school

Tools

Estimating software (Accubid/Trimble, Mcormick, ConEst)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Review all construction documents including budget instructions and overall scope of work.
• Create budgets for the project by the provided design and square footage of the project.
• Create budgets based on anticipated plans and service size.
• Prepare a detailed narrative of the budget design and anticipated costs.
• Prepare binders and presentation material to support and explain the budgets.
• Provide BIM design opportunities and budgets to assist with the final electrical design.
• Understand the National Electric Code to determine if drawings meet code requirements for accuracy and completeness.
• Advise on design changes for potential cost savings.
• Generate and track pre-construction RFIs.
• Maintain and update the Estimating Cost Database.
• Once awarded the project, change the budget and design into actual estimates for final lump sum or guaranteed maximum price contract value.
• Perform special projects and completes all other duties as assigned or requested for the general support of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, related degree and/or equivalent work experience plus two years of work experience supporting similar key position responsibilities in the commercial electrical industry.
• A complete understanding of the electrical construction installation process and costs.
• Electrical trade school, Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician License, a plus.
• Knowledge in estimating software (Accubid/Trimble, Mcormick, ConEst, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, as well as with customers and vendors.
• Detail oriented with the ability to efficiently analyze and organize significant amounts of information regarding plan layouts, material deliveries and jobsite productivities.
• Function effectively as part of a team and coordinate scope of work between trades (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection & Alarm, etc.)

What We can offer you:

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid Disability and Life insurance.
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products.
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• A flexible work schedule maintaining work-life balance.
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning courses

CSG/KenMor Electric Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CSG/KenMor Electric Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CSG/KenMor Electric Company.

KenMor Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.