Senior Cost Engineer /Electrical Estimator- Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to engineering and innovation as a Senior Cost Engineer / Electrical Estimator. In this dynamic role, you'll work on electrical construction projects from bidding to execution, ensuring compliance with standards and budgets. Collaborate with a talented team to develop cost-effective solutions and present proposals to clients. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving environment, where your expertise will help shape the future of technology systems. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with a Master's degree or 5+ years with a Bachelor's degree.
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD, with strong project management skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets and cost codes for electrical construction projects.
• Prepare technical proposals and manage project operations.
• Create project schedules and interpret plans for compliance.

Skills

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Estimating Software

Scheduling Software

Blueprint Interpretation

Technical Writing

Planning and Organizational Skills

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Associate Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Project

P6

Accubid

Job description

Overview

Build Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking motivated individuals inspired by engineering and innovation to improve lives, enhance customer outcomes, and make a positive impact on the world. Join over 5,100 professionals at M.C. Dean who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, and deliver essential management platforms for long-term system sustainability.

M.C. Dean's estimation department is looking for a Senior Cost Engineer / Electrical Estimator to join our team at our headquarters in Tysons, VA. The role involves working on electrical construction projects from bidding and proposals through construction, ensuring compliance with standards, specifications, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets and cost codes; assist in preparing technical proposals, including scope of work, management plans, work sequence, safety, quality control, and commissioning.
• Gather data and assist in preparing bid estimates and design/build proposals.
• Develop and present project scopes to customers and meet with potential clients to present proposals.
• Manage day-to-day project operations or sections of a project.
• Create project schedules using the Critical Path Method; allocate costs and manpower for forecasting.
• Interpret plans and specifications to identify materials and equipment needs, ensuring compliance.
• Perform take-offs from drawings; price change orders.
• Apply cost fundamentals; maintain current pricing information from suppliers and contractors.
• Identify value-added solutions and cost-saving methods.
• Establish labor and productivity rates.
• Manage change orders, including pricing, tracking, and resolution.
• Coordinate documentation such as logs, schedules, design development, and compliance matrices.
• Assist in field inspections and productivity tracking.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with a Master's degree.
• 5+ years with a B.S. in Electrical, Civil, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 8+ years with an associate degree.
• 10+ years with a High School diploma or GED.

Requirements

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and AutoCAD; experience with estimating, project management, and scheduling software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of design principles, codes, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with electrical equipment, materials, and specifications.
• Experience with contract documents and change orders.
• Technical writing experience.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.
• 2-3 years of experience in the communications and electrical fields preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Desired Skills

• Local candidates preferred.
• Experience with MS Project, P6, and Accubid.
• LEED, DBIA certifications, Journeyman Electrician License, E License, EIT License.

Abilities

• Ability to work with extended computer screen time.
• Sitting for long periods.
• Reach and finger dexterity for manipulating objects and using a keyboard.
• Effective listening, speaking, reading, and comprehension skills.
• Apply rules to solve problems; understand spoken language.