Senior Estimator
Wage Range-$92k-$105k annually Direct Hire
Job Summary :
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Estimator. The Senior Estimator is responsible for deciding the projected time frame needed to execute a project and additional factors like labor needs, materials, budgets, and potential setbacks. The Senior Estimator is responsible for evaluating project requirements and producing detailed cost estimates for company projects. This role requires a thorough understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, and industry standards. The Senior Estimator collaborates with Sales, Project Managers, Engineering, Product Managers, and Supply Chain to ensure on time accurate and competitive bids. As an ultimate team player, this position requires you to be a mentor to existing and new Estimators. This Position reports to the Corporate Estimating Manager.
Job Duties :
- Create an estimate using Estimating software from customer-supplied specifications and drawings
- Researching, sourcing, negotiating, and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
- Review project specifications, drawings, and other documents to gain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of work.
- Create bills of material from electrical drawings and / or wiring diagrams
- Create a letter of proposal to be delivered to the customer inclusive of BOM, pricing, and delivery date
- Coaches and Mentors members of the Estimating team
- Assessing the financial, technical, and operational risks of the projects
- Determining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product
- Manage and maintain relationships with company vendors and contractors
- Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders for review
- Meet quoting output requirements and on time delivery of proposals
- Interface closely with customers, project managers and product managers to clarify scope
- Input and maintain information listed in the database / ERP and CRM system for all quotes
- Fill in customer forms and bid sheets as required
- Following company best practices in quality, safety, and communication
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience requiredEight years or more of experience in an estimator role requiredEight years or more of experience with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers requiredAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings requiredThree-plus years of experience in managing and maintaining quotations and opportunities in Salesforce requiredBasic understanding of industrial codes, such as NEC, UL, IBC, etc.Customer service centric requiredAttention to detail requiredOrganizational and planning skills requiredHigh levels of organizational and time management skills requiredHigh levels of analytical, observational, and active listening skills requiredExcellent communication skills both written and verbal requiredAbility to pass physical, drug, driving, and background check requiredAbility to physically push, pull, and lift 26lbs or more requiredAbility to sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk for four plus hours at a time requiredAlignment with company core values required