[ref. f95304304] Chief Electrical Estimator

CHIEF ESTIMATOR

We are seeking a Chief Electrical Estimator with a proven ability to manage an estimating department and possesses extensive knowledge of electrical, medium voltage, utility and low voltage estimating.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of estimators to generate over $150,000,000 of revenue per year.
• Develop and implement training methods and procedures.
• Lead the department to meet company financial goals
• Review bidding opportunities and manage department workload
• Review for accuracy and completeness all estimates and proposals
• Track data against company goals and report to Executive team
• Coordinate and participate as Executive team member to design and implement company initiatives.
• Continuous follow-up with existing general contractors and customers.
• Understand costs and overhead to achieve profitability for electrical construction jobs.
• Deliver accurate proposals utilizing multiple delivery methods such as design/build, pre-construction budgeting, plan and specification and change order
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor proposals and analyze to determine best value
• Lead written RFP proposal teams
• Oversee operations of the estimating department

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or an equivalent degree.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as an electrical estimator in electrical construction.
• Demonstrated minimum 10 years’ experience managing direct reports with an estimating emphasis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of multiple public and private construction sectors, underground and overhead utility, industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, water treatment, entertainment facilities, etc.
• Experience using ConEST Intel ibid software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience estimating low voltage systems such as nurse call, voice/data, security, access control, nurse call, sound masking, DAS systems, etc.
• Experience estimating medium voltage electrical systems.
• Experience estimating underground and overhead utility electrical systems.
• Flexibility to handle changing deadlines and priorities.
• Strong ability to conceptually estimate and understand electrical systems.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Profit Sharing Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• And so much more………...