Electrical Estimator II

Position:
Electrical Estimator II

Location:
Dallas, TX - Nashville, TN

Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services. To be a top of class organization, Yates is dedicated to hiring individuals who understand the importance of safety; instills integrity in all aspects of their lives, are passionate about what they do, and committed to providing value to our clients.

Skills And Experience
This position will be responsible for the accurate and timely preparation for commercial construction project proposals and bids. Identify and computes labor, material, and time costs by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications and other bid documents.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented
• Strong working knowledge of estimating software like Cost-OS, OST and Planswift
• Working knowledge of programs such as Bluebeam, Excel, and Word
• Well-rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines. Civil estimating experience preferred.
• 3+ years previous commercial construction experience with public, private or federal projects is required
• B.S. Degree – Construction Management or Engineering

Essential Job Duties

• Visit project and pre-bid meetings to understand site conditions/scope.
• Review plans and specifications.
• Provide accurate take-off.
• Work with estimating team to build the estimate and pricing.
• Develop preliminary schedule.

Key Markets

• Data centers
• High-rise structures including hotels, apartments, and office
• Retail
• Industrial manufacturing
• Federal & military construction
• Gaming and entertainment
• Hospitality

Physical Demands/Essential Job Functions
This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but not limited to walking, standing, operating tools / equipment, and lifting items (up to 25lbs). Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as applicable to the position.

About Yates Construction
Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.

Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our client's business needs and continually look for opportunities to provide additional value to our clients and their projects.

Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.