Lead Estimator

4 weeks ago

Elgin, United States MAC Electrical Contractors, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Lead Estimator/Project Manager

Salary Status: DOE

Location: Elgin, IL

Reports to: Vice President

  • Primary Responsibilities:
  • Present projects to be considered for bidding.
  • Provide accurate estimates for commercial and industrial projects throughout the Chicagoland suburbs.
  • Coordinate with estimating team.
  • Submit RFI’s to clarify scope of work.
  • Attend any pre-bid meetings to determine complete scope of work.
  • Complete takeoff based on scope of work.
  • Thoroughly build estimate with lowest cost or most cost-effective methodology.
  • Ensure all relative building codes are considered based on NEC and local municipalities.
  • Submit complete, well-organized proposals to management for approval prior to releasing it to customer.
  • Contract scope of work is responsibility of the Estimator, contracts should be sent to legal for review and negotiation.
  • Create submittal packages for approval in a timely manner.
  • Submit shop drawings in a timely manner
  • Create a detailed material and labor budget to assist staff in managing the overall project timeline/schedule to ensure project fits into the workforce, equipment, and site readiness capabilities.
  • Create job start so the field has it available to apply time.
  • Maintain ownership of project plan: Including scope documentation, risk management, project objectives, and timing.
  • Lock in as much material pricing as possible working with distributors on job quotes.
  • Create purchase orders and release materials as needed by phase of project.
  • Create and submit accurate change order requests.
  • Track time and verify what is ready for accounting.
  • Attend weekly site production meetings.
  • Attend weekly office production meetings.
  • Maintain project files.
  • Create as-builts as requested by the customer.
  • Estimator is responsible for the success of the project, if labor or materials are not meeting budget it is his/her responsibility to present to management the conflict in costing.
  • Complete other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
  • 194 N. Edison Ave, Elgin, IL 60123, P.O. Box 6252, Elgin, IL 60121

Minimum Requirements:

  • 5+ years’ experience of field installation.
  • Estimating experience managing small, medium, and large electrical projects.
  • Strong understanding of blueprint reading and specifications.
  • Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code.
  • Strong understanding of the construction process and order of operations.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Strong ability to encourage and support problem escalation, promote good workingrelationships.
  • Strong reporting, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to drive accountability.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally within a team-based environment.
  • Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Preferred Traits and Skills:

  • 10+ years’ experience of field installation.
  • 10+ years’ estimating experience managing small, medium, and large electrical projects.
  • Time management and communication skills formal training.
  • Business or Engineering degree.

Benefits:
- Medical (HMO), dental, and vision premium
- 401k plan with employer match
- Paid vacation
- Holiday pay (6) per year
- Bonuses

MAC Electrical Contractors Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not
discriminate based veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other
protected rights.

Company DescriptionMAC Electrical is a residential and light commercial production electrical operation.
Our focus is new construction and we have skilled fast tradesman who know how to get the job done.Company DescriptionMAC Electrical is a residential and light commercial production electrical operation.\r
Our focus is new construction and we have skilled fast tradesman who know how to get the job done.

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