Electrical Estimator

3 days ago

Oak Brook, Illinois, United States FourGen Holdings Full time

Job Description
Salary: $80,000-$155,000

Summary
An electrical estimator reviews drawings and specifications and accurately determines labor costs for electrical construction jobs. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for drafting detailed proposal letters, effectively communicating decisions, and completing a comprehensive estimate. This position includes budgeting and cost estimating, with the ability to handle multiple bids at once and adapt to project size.

What youll do:

Data Acquisition and Organization: Download project documents, organize the estimate file, set up Accubid and Live Count, and identify gaps that require attention.

Support Project Manager in Work in Progress Management: Facilitate effective project management by managing documentation, assisting with the development of change orders, fostering communication with field teams and clients, and managing task finances, including forecasting work progress and monitoring important project logs.

Estimate Development and Review: Produce accurate takeoff and estimate entry, quote/subcontract review, estimate summarization, and proposal letter composition. Review scope with customers and estimate "comeback" items.

Scope Definition and Clarification: Review project documents, specifications and bid forms. Proactively prepare and submit RFIs as needed to define the scope of work.

Acquiring Quotes and Subcontracts: Organize bid packages, deliver them to the purchasing department,and respond to vendor questions when necessary.

What youll need:

  • Electrical apprenticeship school graduation preferred.
  • A minimum of 7 years of electrical construction industry experience required; at least 3-4 years commercial electrical estimating.
  • Electrician license (preferred)
  • Ability to ascertain necessary time and materials thoroughly based on CAD drawings and job specifications.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with Accubid preferred or similar software.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness.
  • Strong focus on providing exceptional customer service.

Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company is the number one electrical construction company in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. From high rises to health care facilities, factories to financial centers, data centers to educational facilities, hotels to recreational and shopping centers, Continental satisfies all electrical construction needs.

Working for Continental Electrical Construction provides:

  • Assistance, tools, and resources for success
  • A collaborative, engaging and respectful workplace
  • Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development
  • A value based working environment:

E: Everyone United

N: Nurture Communication

E: Enforce Accountability

R: Relationships Matter

G: Growth and Development

Y: You Make the Difference

Continental Electrical Construction offers a competitive salary may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidates relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a rich benefits program that includes medical insurance with a generous company subsidy and HRA; dental and vision; 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of salary deferrals; profit sharing; retirement benefit; company-provided life and disability insurance; liberal paid time off including PTO, paid holidays, parental leave and volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program and company subsidized wellness .

Continental Electrical Construction is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest or conviction record, source of income or credit history.

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