DescriptionSENIOR ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR
This position can be based out of any of our San Jose, CA or fully remote.
About the P osition
As an Electrical Estimator, you will assist the preconstruction and project management teams with preconstruction services including preparation of estimates, proposal and bid reviews, document reviews, cost value analysis, cost and systems review, analysis and comparisons, historical evaluations, and bid processes. Our Senior Estimators play a key role collaborating with job-specific teams, participates in business development and client management, and provide training and mentoring to junior estimators.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
- Has superior analytical and mathematical skills, conceptual estimating, and critical thinking skills.
- Is detail oriented with strong problem-solving ability and exceptional time management.
Day in the Life
- Plans and coordinates the activities of each assigned project for quality and accuracy of work. This includes performing estimates, scheduling tasks, achieving goals and standards. Leads the creation of all bids, documents, and reports accurately, complete, and professionally.
- Secures and reviews quotes from subcontractors with the estimator on that project. Plans all project take-offs to optimize efficiency of labor. Attends and leads estimate review meetings on all estimates. Assists in the interview procurement process and the proposal writing for RFPs.
- Works with the project manager and chief estimator to determine the general expenses, labor rates, and other costs associated with each project. Works with the design department on design build projects to assure an accurate and constructible project. Works with the purchasing department to reduce the risk of material buyouts.
- Utilizes estimating software to properly estimate projects. Ensures all estimates and RFPs are fulfilled to the customers' or the Company's conditions for satisfaction. Stays informed of new electrical codes, technology, techniques, and practices. Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and to determine the most cost effective and efficient plans possible.
- Composes, plans, coordinates, and controls all assigned estimates to maximum time while meeting project deadlines to customers and co-workers.
- Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with clients, subcontractors, and co-workers. Coaches and mentors' other estimators and co-workers on large projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent work experience in construction management or a related field.
- Minimum 5-8 years of electrical construction experience in estimating, common code requirements, and design/build estimating.
- Experience using Accubid or similar estimating software. Experience with field installation or similar work.
- Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Must have extensive knowledge of electrical codes. Excellent conceptual estimating and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated strong analytical and mathematical skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including high quality documentation and report preparation. Strong telephone communication and client communication skills.
- Strong leadership, independent problem-solving skills, detail orientation, time management and customer service skills. Strong coaching, training, and mentoring skills.
- In-depth skills and experience in project management. Thorough understanding of the project life cycle.
Travel
- Occasional travel may be required .
Benefits
At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.
