Sr. Electrical Estimator - Oak Brook, United States - Livewire

Description

Job Description

LiveWire Electrical Systems is looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their fast-paced, growing organization. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. The Senior Electrical Estimator will pursue projects for large industrial, commercial, transportation, healthcare, and higher education.

LiveWire takes pride in their ability to work collaboratively to foster continuous improvement and strives to be on the cutting edge of electrical estimating & management technology by using high-tech software and new techniques that assist in better coordination and communication.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review estimates and lead bid review process with management personnel to ensure that bids/estimates are completed on time and with a high degree of quality
• Assign and coordinate estimating requirements to estimating staff for each project based on schedule and project needs
• Drive estimating reviews to ensure that all project plans, specifications, and scopes are fully covered by the estimating staff
• Consults with project managers, field supervision, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders as required to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Provide guidance, direction, and support to estimating team to help resolve complex issues
• Responsible for the accuracy of estimates and provides guidance to estimators daily
• Supervise, direct, train and mentor estimating staff to ensure company, team, and individual processes and goals are met; consistently hold team accountable to performance standards
• Provide conceptual budgeting advice to clients and project managers based on historical data, past experience, lessons learned, and current labor unit rates; effectively communicate thought process
• Ability to assess project risks and requirements to provide support ranking and selecting bid opportunities; provide strategic input to ensure competitive pricing
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with key stakeholders including general contractors, clients, vendors, company personnel, field supervision, and estimating staff; ensure timely follow up with customers on submitted bids
• Track information regarding material types and square foot pricing costs, labor productivity issues, historical estimate data, and current construction trends to incorporate this knowledge into estimates
• Manage flow of information within department to ensure it is timely and aids in accurate estimates
• Manage the accuracy and quality of the estimating Conest database
• Meet with general contractors and participate in bid interviews as required
• Develop standard scope letters and assist with proposal preparation

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership presence with an ability to build and manage effective relationships and department functions in a professional manner
• Excellent communicator to effectively lead the team and provide clear direction
• Ability and desire to train and mentor estimators and PM development candidates ranging from senior estimators to trainees
• Team player with ability to collaborate with a wide variety of personnel both internal and external
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and thrive under pressure while maintaining a calm demeanor
• Expert knowledge of electrical estimating with the ability to anticipate pricing issues and the ability to provide value engineering guidance
• Thorough knowledge of the electrical industry with general knowledge of mechanical, civil, and other specialty trades
• Ability to incorporate the Chicago Electrical Code, National Electrical Code, building codes, and OSHA requirements into estimates
• Desire to build relationships with key stakeholders involved with the estimating process and actively participate in industry, client, and community relations
• Strong conceptual estimating skills
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to implement change

Requirements:

• Computerized estimating experience – ConEst or Accubid preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, expert in Excel
• Willingness to work long hours as needed
• Ability to visit jobsites and interact with field personnel
• Handle physical aspects of job: standing, sitting, lifting up to 25 lbs

Education and Experience:

• BS in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred
• 10+ years electrical contracting or construction experience
• 10+ years electrical estimating experience
• 5+ years project management or similar experience
• 5+ years management level or similar experience with increased responsibilities

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based upon experience
• Paid Holidays and Vacation Package
• Structured Annual Bonus Incentives
• Healthcare package 75% company paid
• 401k