Electrical Estimator

**Responsibilities: **

1. **Thorough Project Analysis: **

- Examine project specifications, drawings, and relevant documentation to grasp the project's scope and requirements.

- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and team members to collect essential information necessary for precise estimating.

2. **Accurate Cost Estimation: **

- Experience in Accubid/Accbud Anywhere/other similar estimating software to formulate detailed and precise cost estimates for electrical projects.

- Assess material, labor, and equipment costs meticulously to determine the overall project expenditure.

- Develop comprehensive and competitive bid proposals within established deadlines.

3. **Risk Assessment and Mitigation: **

- Identify potential risks and challenges associated with electrical projects, integrating risk factors into cost estimates.

- Work collaboratively with the project team to devise strategies for mitigating risks and enhancing project success.

4. **Effective Vendor and Subcontractor Relations: **

- Solicit quotes and proposals from vendors and subcontractors, ensuring a thorough evaluation of project costs.

- Evaluate and negotiate vendor and subcontractor bids to guarantee competitiveness and alignment with project specifications.

5. **Thorough Documentation and Reporting: **

- Create and maintain accurate and detailed documentation of the estimating process, including assumptions and methodologies.

- Generate comprehensive reports and presentations to convey cost estimates, project risks, and other pertinent information to internal and external stakeholders.

6. **Collaborative Team Engagement: **

- Forge close working relationships with project managers, engineers, and other team members to align estimated costs with project objectives.

- Engage in active collaboration with fellow estimators, fostering knowledge sharing, best practices, and continuous improvement in the estimating process.

7. **Commitment to Continuous Improvement: **

- Stay abreast of industry trends, material costs, and construction methodologies to ensure estimates reflect current and accurate information.

- Provide constructive feedback on past projects to contribute to ongoing enhancements in estimating accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications:

- Preferred field electrical experience and/or apprenticeship program experience.

- Has expertise or is willing to learn mission critical, Aviation or Healthcare sector electrical estimating.

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical estimating, preferably in the electrical industry.

- Proficiency in using electrical estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

- In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.