- Develop accurate, competitive, and profitable takeoff bid proposals for a variety of complex and large as well as small and simple projects.
- Review RFQ, RFP, & Invitations to Bid
- Manage the estimating processes and timelines to meet company objectives, both short and long range
- Communication: Communicate with customers to define the project scope, address deficiencies, negotiate pricing and build relationships.
- Review takeoffs from estimators and check for conformity to specs and drawings.
- Prioritize, supervise, direct and schedule estimating projects.
- Responsible for prioritizing and planning work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
- Prepare contractual exhibits and scope documents.
- Conduct internal estimate reviews.
- Develops and documents logical assumptions during conceptual estimating activities and applies these assumptions to take-off tasks.
- Participate in project turnover and kickoff collaboration when necessary.
- Provides analytical summaries and recommendations to the senior leadership as needed to support decision making.
- Attending job walks and reporting information back to the manager related to critical differences in job drawings and bid requirements.
- Develop and provide estimating training as necessary.
- Maintain department confidentiality.
- Follow-up on bid results and maintain estimate tracking log.
- Analyze estimates vs. completed projects.
- Assists with other job responsibilities as required.
- Minimum of 5-10 years' experience in the construction industry, preferably with an electrical contractor.
- Deep understanding of electrical codes and regulations.
- Oversees multiple estimators and junior estimators.
- Proficiency in using specialized estimation software and tools such as, Accubid & LiveCount
- Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
- Ability to create accurate cost estimates, take-offs, and proposals efficiently with minimal errors.
- Ability to perform detailed work and successfully meet deadlines, this is critical to the position.
- Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills are essential to interact with clients, project managers, subcontractors, and other team members. Be able to explain your estimates and negotiate contracts effectively.
- Aware of current market trends/conditions, including fluctuations in material costs and labor rates, to provide accurate and competitive estimates.
- Being able to find creative solutions to unexpected challenges and adapt accordingly.
- Strong ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines is crucial in the fast-paced construction industry.
- Close knit, family-oriented work environment
- Snack Bar
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K
- Bonus opportunities
- Vacation
- Paid Holidays
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Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: 100, ,000.00Enterprise Electrical is a fast-growing Commercial Electrical Contractor based in Houston, Tx that specializes in Design-Build projects and we are looking to add a Senior Estimator to our team. Integrity, teamwork, and respect are the values we strive to maintain and operate by. Each team member is encouraged to pursue continued education and technical growth because, as a company, we value providing the right tools and training for our employees to succeed.
We take pride in being a positive place you can look forward to working at every day and we need a committed, experienced, self-starting individual to join our ranks.
Our ideal Senior Estimator is a professional with extensive experience in the field of electrical estimation. They should possess in-depth knowledge of comprehensive software tools designed to streamline and optimize the process of estimating costs for projects. This employee will play a crucial role in the company by accurately determining the costs associated with different electrical systems and components.
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