Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: The
Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This role reviews project plans, specifications, and bid documents, performs detailed take-offs, and coordinates with internal teams, general contractors, vendors, and manufacturers throughout the bidding and pre-construction process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, motivated, and capable of managing multiple bids in a fast-paced environment while contributing to cost control, value-engineering opportunities, and overall estimating operations.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and perform site visits as required.
- Review, process, and respond to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
- Prepare manual pricing estimates and detailed take-offs.
- Procure, review, and distribute drawings, specifications, and addenda.
- Qualify and verify proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
- Manage multiple bids simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
- Analyze and evaluate architectural, electrical, and other trade-specific drawings and specifications.
- Organize and separate drawings and specifications by trade for clarity and accuracy.
- Assist in efficiently producing accurate take-offs
- Identify and communicate discrepancies in drawings or specifications with the design team to ensure resolution.
- Serve as the main point of contact for obtaining pricing and lead times from manufacturers and sales representatives.
- Perform all aspects of procurement, including managing the pre-qualification stage, produce bid list, bid analysis, and produce bid report.
- Conduct cost checks and valuations on larger projects, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Operate and maintain proficiency in all internal estimating systems, technologies, and software.
Competencies: - Associates or Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Construction, Engineering, or related field. (Preferred but not required)
- 5-10 years of experience in electrical estimating or electrical construction.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, codes, and construction methods .
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents .
- Experience with estimating software (McCormick, Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar .
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment .
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and digital estimating tools.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Benefits and Compensation: Position offers competitive pay, benefits, paid vacation, and health/dental insurance.
Full-time: $100,000 -$135,000 a year, based on experience and qualifications.
Kiely Family of Companies is a growing and dynamic company actively seeking applications and resumes from exceptional candidates. Whether you come equipped with years of experience in the underground utility field-or you're ready to work hard and get there-we want to hear from you.