Estimator II

Overview:

The Level II Estimator develops and prepares cost estimates of materials for small to large electrical projects and often produces budgetary estimates.

Essential Functions:

1. Bid Preparation: 75%

• Reviews bid documents to accurately quantify and estimate costs of all electrical items provided in the bid package.
• Attends pre-bid meetings to gather pertinent information as required.
• Quantifies electrical items per the bid package.
• Prepares the bills of material for a quotation.
• Designs a practical installation of the project such as branch wiring and routing for feeders.
• Identifies and implements labor unit and material pricing adjustments based on installation conditions.
• Takes on the lead estimator role of an assigned project when working with a level I estimator.
• Assists the Director and other lead Estimators with the final assembly of the estimate for presentation to the customer.
• Produces Labor Analysis Workflow (LAW) labor breakdowns.
• Demonstrates familiarity with various Packaged Alterman Construction Kit (PACK) assemblies and processes.
• Facilitates internal bid review meetings.

2.Processes project quotations and verifies vendor bill of materials for accuracy and conformity with bid documents: 10%

proposals the scope of work letters and assists with Request for Proposal response packages: 5%

the estimating team and Project Managers with estimating change orders as needed: 5%

other duties as assigned by the Director of Estimating Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator including but not limited to occasional engagement in cost studies: 5%

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years of estimating experience required.
• An understanding of either electrical distribution and motor controls OR electrical distribution branch and lighting systems is required.
• A journeymans license or associate degree in electrical engineering or a related field is preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Able to read and understand plans and specifications including blueprints proposals and other electrical work documents.
• Proficient with Accubid ConEst or equivalent estimating software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.

Work Environment:

• Office environment with some local travel required.
• Available to work inside and outside of normal business hours when available.
• Ability to work from home if approved with efficiency equal to the standard office environment.
  

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk while working on a computer.
• Must be able to walk job sites and attend pre-bid meetings as needed.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds.