Full Time
8.00hr
35
Jun 15, 2026
The Electrical ESTIMATOR will assist the team in all aspects biding:
· Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements; setting priorities.
· Prepares construction budget by studying plans; updating specifications; reviewing bids; identifying costs and gaining a deep understanding of the project requirements. Must be able to use McCormick estimating software
· Review of architectural and engineering drawings for completeness
· Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by reviewing materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating subcontractor’s cost estimates.
· Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
· Visit sites, warehouses and other venues necessary to do the estimate
· Maintain RFI log and bid contact log for projects.
· Create and present reports to upper management
· Documents and communicates actions, irregularities, prior to handing over completed bids.
· Build and maintain long-term relationships with the key vendors
· Ensuring compliance with construction standards and selections
· Ability to communicate/direct effectively with clients and subcontractors
· Ability to review plans and coordinate with consultants for code compliance and completeness
· Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
· Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
· Create and manage project files.
· Manage & update inline project management system
· Contributes to team effort by assisting Project Managers as needed.
The ideal candidate will possess:
· BA from an accredited university within the construction or engineering concentrations strongly preferred
· Previous working experience as construction estimator for 3-5 years
· 3-5 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with an interior’s commercial general contractor
· Ability to master project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Procore, and Builder Trend.
· Good time-management skills
· Must be able to Type
· Ability to multi-task and work independently or as a tea
· Must be proficient in internet search techniques and online research.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills
· Critical-thinker and problem-solver
· Excellent negotiation skills
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
* We are a Drug-Free Workplace.