Electrical Estimator Project Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA

Requisition ID: 177924
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: MEC Industrial District
Department: Estimating
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
The Lead Estimator is responsible for overseeing the preparation of accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for construction projects. This role involves coordinating with various departments, analyzing project requirements, and ensuring that all estimates are aligned with company standards and client expectations. The Lead Estimator plays a crucial role in the bidding process, helping the company secure profitable projects while maintaining competitive pricing.
District Overview
Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation, since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, Mass. Electric Construction's philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill. MEC has organized strategically to actively participate and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.
Location
This position is located in our Irvine, CA or Waltham, MA office.
Responsibilities
• Implement and oversee district estimating program and activities including the development of policies and procedures.
• Assist district manager in the review of all estimates; arrange and coordinate second estimates, maintain past cost history and comparable details.
• Maintain training program for estimating staff, update and maintain lead estimator and sponsor manuals, and supervise district scheduling department.
• Maintain district standards for control budgets and develop project level staffing plan to ensure the project has adequate support after award.
• Coordinate with the business development department in the preparation of proposal documents.
• Ensure training of all new graduates is scheduled for engineers in estimating and Field Engineer duties.
• Provide estimating support for numerous projects, perform quantity takeoffs, and solicit, evaluate, and incorporate vendor or manufacturer material and subcontract pricing.
• Prepare recaps, pricing sheets, bid forms, and other proposal documents for in-house review and bid submittal.
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Qualifications
• 3+ years of electrical estimating experience.
• Familiarity with power feeders, controls and signal systems for industrial applications.
• Experience in estimating industrial electrical installations, such as water/wastewater treatment facilities, refineries, and battery storage facilities.
• Strong work ethic and interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to work on a team as well as work independently with little or no supervision
• Experience with standard office computer software
• Experience with Accubid Anywhere and Bluebeam is preferred.
• Results-oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Ability to travel when necessary for pre-bid job walks and bid reviews
• Bachelor's degree in engineering with an emphasis in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering is preferred but not a pre-requisite.
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Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation: $95,000/yr - $115,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is one of the nation's premier electrical contractors serving the industrial and transportation markets. We've earned an industry-wide reputation for sticking to our high standards in everything we do.
We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, learning and improving go hand-in-hand with going to work each day. You'll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.
If you're ready for a career that can take you places, look no further.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.