Amteck is currently looking to hire an on site Electrical Estimator for a large new construction project in Chester VA.
An Estimator is responsible for cost calculations to determine how much it will cost a company to complete a project or provide products and services to its clients. They do this by researching the cost of the materials transport labor and equipment.
This position reports to the Estimation Manager and takes direction from and provides support to the Estimation Manager in our Lexington KY office.
Responsibilities:
Researching the cost of items such as materials transport labor and equipment
Establishing and maintaining relationships with contractors and vendors
Getting quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame
Assessing the risk levels associated with a project
Preparing and submitting quotations and details of costs for work to be done
Assisting with bids for new contracts and supporting the activities of buyers
Monitoring the costs at the different stages of a project to ensure it stays within the estimated costs
Travel to assigned projects as needed to gain a better understanding of the work progress
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of field experience in electrical construction industrial and commercial
Demonstrated experience pricing and budgeting electrical construction projects ranging from $500K to $30M or more
Ability to multi-task in a high volume fast paced work environment with very tight deadlines
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Ability to travel periodically
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Accubid Anywhere and LiveCount Cloud software
Strong overall computer skills proficient with word processing spreadsheet and presentation software as well as industry-specific software
Ability to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively
In 1977 Amteck was founded in Central Kentucky with the belief that growth only comes by listening and responding to both clients and employees. Four decades later Amteck has grown from a small electrical contracting firm to a national leader in the design/build support electrical contracting industry. Amteck specializes in facility growth expansion initiatives of companies that operate in the manufacturing industrial process food and beverage hospitality healthcare distribution facilities and commercial and institutional sectors. The number one goal is the Safety of our Employees and maintaining our culture and core values: THE AMTECK WAY SAFETY QUALITY & CUSTOMER SATISFACTION.
Amteck is a national leader in electrical design/build projects. We also offer electrical maintenance service contracts, expertise in technologies and life safety.