Estimator II

23 hours ago

Austin, Texas, United States Microsoft Azure App Service Full time

Overview: 

The Level II Estimator develops and prepares cost estimates of materials for small to large electrical projects and often produces budgetary estimates. 

Essential Functions: 

  1. Bid Preparation: 75%
  • Reviews bid documents to accurately quantify and estimate costs of all electrical items provided in the bid package. 
  • Attends pre-bid meetings to gather pertinent information as required. 
  • Quantifies electrical items per the bid package. 
  • Prepares the bills of material for a quotation. 
  • Designs a practical installation of the project, such as branch wiring and routing for feeders. 
  • Identifies and implements labor unit and material pricing adjustments based on installation conditions. 
  • Takes on the "lead" estimator role of an assigned project when working with a level I estimator. 
  • Assists the Director, and other lead Estimators, with the final assembly of the estimate for presentation to the customer. 
  • Produces Labor Analysis Workflow (LAW) labor breakdowns. 
  • Demonstrates familiarity with various Packaged Alterman Construction Kit (PACK) assemblies and processes. 
  • Facilitates internal bid review meetings. 
Processes project quotations and verifies vendor bill of materials for accuracy and conformity with bid documents: 10%Prepares proposals, the scope of work letters, and assists with Request for Proposal response packages: 5%Assists the estimating team and Project Managers with estimating change orders as needed: 5%Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Estimating, Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator, including, but not limited to, occasional engagement in cost studies. 5%

Education and Experience: 

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required. 
  • 2+ years of estimating experience required. 
  • An understanding of either electrical distribution and motor controls OR electrical distribution, branch, and lighting systems is required. 
  • A journeyman's license or associate degree in electrical engineering or a related field is preferred. 

Skills/Abilities: 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
  • Able to read and understand plans and specifications, including blueprints, proposals, and other electrical work documents. 
  • Proficient with Accubid, ConEst, or equivalent estimating software.  
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software. 

Work Environment: 

  • Office environment with some local travel required. 
  • Available to work inside and outside of normal business hours when available. 

Physical Demands: 

  • Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk while working on a computer. 
  • Must be able to walk job sites and attend pre-bid meetings as needed. 
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds. 

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