Senior Electrical Estimator

Division: Nashville Main Project Location(s): Nashville, TN 37201 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Experienced Education: Job Family: Construction Compensation: Salaried Exempt If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120 year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings. Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner? If so, apply and let's do great things together This position can sit in either Nashville, TN, Memphis, TN, or Huntsville, AL. Position Description: Prepare detailed estimates for the project based on the design documents, narratives, and specifications, focusing on the Electrical/Technology/LV System trades. Reports to: Preconstruction Manager / MEP Manager Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Lead estimating responsibility for complex projects such as Mission Critical, Market Segment, and Government jobs with MEP package contract value of $25M+. Communicate estimate and scopes of work to stakeholders (e.g., project staff, architects, engineers, and owners). Prepare complete quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate, and studies for Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system items incorporated in assigned scope - from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required to complete conceptual estimates. Analyze existing site conditions and contract documents (e.g., plans, specifications) to determine required scope not already indicated. Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors to solicit accurate and current pricing of lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and miscellaneous material pricing. Develop working relationships with local Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system trade partners to build and maintain an active list of qualified bidders for projects. Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to project team and other stakeholders in accordance with project contract. Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with Design team. Participate in decision making process with Operations and Procurement to determine MEP trade partners to utilize in project pursuits. Lead company-wide or regional MEP strategic initiatives and/or special projects. Contribute subject matter expertise of Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system for project pursuits. Participate in developing and implementing MEP training. Lead integration of MEP Operations staff during MEP PreCon process and serve as a resource to guide and consult with staff through to construction. Work together with Operations and Estimator staff to properly address general conditions and general requirements items in estimate including, but not limited to, items such as temporary heating/cooling, electrical, power, lighting, and estimating of electrical and natural gas consumption during construction. Coordinate equipment pricing with SourceBlue for Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system estimates. Conduct value analysis complete with cost efficient alternatives to proposed Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system materials and equipment. Serve as liaison with Engineers, Design consultants, Trade partners, other Turner staff, and Owner's representatives to resolve Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system issues related to project preconstruction efforts. Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract types (e.g., lump sum, GMP, Cost Plus). Participate in estimate reviews with Design team and client. Participate in project hand-off to Operations to ensure proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations. Participate in authoring scope requisitions for bidding/procurement of Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems and coordinate with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps. Evaluate subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work to determine scope coverage and manage identified scope gaps risks. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field, and minimum of 8 years of related Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems estimating experience or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience. Extensive knowledge of Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems. Formulate advanced scenarios to address known and unknown scope relative to comprehensive cost analysis for Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems, based on contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule. Leverage relationships with vendors, trade partners, and project team members to elevate client service. Excellent project management skills with ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands in a deadline-driven environment. Professional written and verbal communication skills to deliver presentations with confidence. Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications. Supervisory experience desired, able to delegate, coordinate work of others, monitor performance, and deliver feedback. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr