Senior Estimator
Cherry City Electric is accepting applications for full-time Senior Estimator for its Electrical Division.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with team members on selections of projects to pursue
Interface and communicate with clients on bids
Build strong relationships with customers and at times attend and coordinate social functions
Work closely with the Business Development Manager and frequently visit clients and assist with business promotions
Support our preconstruction team as necessary in pursuit of their opportunities
Review contracts on potential new jobs won and assure the contracts include our exclusions and clarifications and reflect our bid scope
See that estimating documents are properly filed and organized at all times
Use technology to assure we are estimating at maximum efficiency and accuracy
Train and mentor junior estimating staff as necessary
Assist with negotiating prices and purchases as necessary
Organize and lead kick-off and handoff meeting on projects that are won
Work closely with operations on large bids and collaborate to ensure bids are complete and reflect our resource availability
Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
Analyze electrical, mechanical, architectural drawings and other documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
Prepare and submit bid RFI s and maintain log
Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and solicit quotes
Review quotes for completeness with plans & specs
Prepare and maintain bid folder
Prepare new construction and remodel electrical estimates using ACCUBID Estimating system
Attend job walks and pre-bid meetings
Provide electrical budgets and rough order magnitudes as requested
Provide value engineering and cost alternatives as necessary
Thoroughly read project specifications and general conditions
Meet with clients to discuss and review estimates
Interface and work closely with Morrow-Meadows Corporation Subcontractors and Vendors Support and attend business development functions after normal work hours
Build and maintain lasting relationships with our customers
Prepare detailed proposals as required by our customers when necessary
Requirements:
8-10 years experience in electrical construction or related field
Previous estimating experience required including projects up to $15mil in electrical value
Strong electrical knowledge in commercial construction including low voltage systems
Customer-focused
Experience in using software programs such as Bluebeam, Accubid, Revit, and CAD – preferred 4-year college degree in electrical engineering, construction related field
Familiarity with Design-Build and Design-Assist projects and processes
Strong leadership and managerial skills
Team-oriented and able to work well with others
Detail-oriented and organized
Strong communications skills
Ability to juggle multiple tasks at the same time
Ability to work with tight schedules/deadlines
Ability to work late when necessary
Engineering familiarity preferred
Familiarity with the electric code
Benefits:
Competitive compensation packages
Medical and Dental Benefits
Basic Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
401-K Plan that matches up to $5,000 per employee annually
8 paid holidays
Your birthday as a paid holiday
2-4 weeks paid vacation/personal time off depending on years of employment
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