Description
REPORTS TO: General Manager
HOURS: Full Time
LOCATION: 4900 Neo Parkway, Garfield Hts., OH 44128
JOB SUMMARY:
The Electrical Estimator is responsible for examining and determining costs for electrical projects and preparing bids. He/she is responsible for determining potential profitability for commercial and residential electrical contracting jobs.
The Electrical Estimator has primary responsibility for evaluating the cost for electrical installations on contracted jobs, examining project plans, assessing material and labor cost, and calculating job profitability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Identifying and building up cost estimates
- Analyzing and clarifying the cost of wasted materials and possible delays in projects
- Providing change orders for contract projects
- Assisting Project Manager to problem solve issues when arise
- Attending job meetings
- Creating RFI for Project Manager and/or Foreman on all Commercial Projects
- Designing build budget estimates
- Creating material lists for estimates
- Reviewing supplier rates to determine individual cost, and negotiate accordingly
- Other tasks and responsibilities as required to maintain efficient operations
ACADEMIC & TRADES QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of Post Secondary Electrician Training Program [or equivalent experience]
Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field [Construction Science, Engineering…]
WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- 5+ years as a Professional Electrical Estimator using Estimating & Take Off Software
- Analyzing blueprints to determine wire lengths as well as suitable outlet placement
- Knowledge of current Federal & OSHA Requirements
- Knowledge of N.E.C. and Local Codes
- Experience with drawings and specifications
- Familiar with electrical materials and codes
