Job Description:Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented
Electrical / Systems Construction Estimator to join our team! In this role you will get to perform estimating activities for electrical aspects of a wide variety of project types and delivery methods.
The Electrical / Systems Estimator should have a minimum of 5 to 10 years of a combination of field and office experience, preferably with an at-risk direct-hire electrical contractor. The ideal candidate will have experience on
Transportation, Water / Wastewater, Industrial, and/or Commercial marketsCandidate must understand the essentials of the electrical contracting business, application of products, basic code knowledge, and good organizational skills.
What You'll Be Doing:- Develop comprehensive estimates in accordance with common electrical construction estimating practices and software.
- Perform detailed review of project plans and specifications.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for electrical equipment and related materials.
- Prepare top-down conceptual and bottoms-up detailed estimates.
- Utilize estimating software to create activities to accurately reflect the means and methods of the work.
- Compare productivity rates with historical data.
- Coordinate with estimating team to ensure all contract scope is covered.
- Initiate contact and solicit quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers.
- Actively participate in bid reviews.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:- Understand the essentials of the electrical contracting business, application of products, basic code knowledge, and good organizational skills.
- Demonstrated experience with electrical estimating practices.
- More than 3 years of related practical work experience in the direct-hire electrical construction industry familiar with products, methods, and estimating activities.
- Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with construction contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Experience with various software including Microsoft Office, Blue Beam, and standard industry estimating software.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:- Experience in Transportation, Water / Wastewater, Industrial, and/or Commercial markets, preferably with an at-risk direct-hire electrical contractor.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred
- Demonstrated team and leadership skills.
- Desire to train and mentor less experienced staff.
Security Clearance Requirement:None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
Salary Range: $53.94 - $94.42
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
