SCC Electric - Estimator

Cws Construction Group Inc; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employer paid health insurance

10 days paid time off

Job summary

SCC Electric in Fairfield, CA is seeking a full-time Electrical Estimator to join our team. The position focuses on preparing, reviewing, and completing bid documents with accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects.

The role requires advanced electrical estimating knowledge, blueprint reading, MS Office proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple bids from start to turnover. In-person work is required at our Fairfield location.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of electrical estimating.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical drawings.
• Proficient with computer estimating systems and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong organization to manage bids and multi-tasking under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Prepare estimates by calculating takeoffs and entering into estimating system; verify accuracy.
• Solicit and review quotes from suppliers/subcontractors; ensure alignment with plans and specs.
• Explain estimates and scope to Project Management for bid turnover and project transition.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

EBM estimating software

Job description

SCC Electric is seeking a full-time Electrical Estimator to join our team in Fairfield, CA. The Estimator will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and completing bid documents and accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This role plays a key part in developing competitive bids and ensuring projects are properly evaluated from a cost and scope perspective.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work and enter into computer estimating system; review computer printout for accuracy and completeness
• Request quotes from suppliers for equipment and materials
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and solicit quotes. Review quotes for completeness with plans and specifications
• Itemize and quantify all incidentals necessary in preparing the bid packages including sub-contract work, equipment rental, tools, and supplies
• After the successful bid at project turnover, meet with Project Management to fully explain the estimate, scope of work, quotes and offer aspects for the successful transition of the project
• Responsible for the timely completion of all client-required documents
• Draft scope letter inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimates
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Advanced knowledge of electrical estimating
• Perform calculations required for estimating
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and change priorities as necessary
• Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements
• Oral and written communication skills as required
• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience estimating commercial electrical construction projects
• Experience in EBM estimating software preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employer paid health insurance
• 10 days paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shifts
• Monday through Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Fairfield, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person