Senior Electrical Estimator - Utility Construction

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Senior Electrical Estimator

Summary:
FindTalent is seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Estimator to join a well-established organization that specializes in critical infrastructure projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead large-scale electrical estimating efforts, ensuring the accuracy and success of project bids while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package

• Paid time off

• Comprehensive healthcare plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Profit-sharing opportunities

• Accident & critical illness insurance

• Student loan payment assistance & 529 college savings program

• Company-paid life & AD&D insurance

• Short-term & long-term insurance

• theft protection

• Employee assistance program

Responsibilities:

• Analyze project requirements, customer proposals, and bid documents to develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates for large-scale electrical projects.

• Lead and manage the estimating process, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with customer expectations and business goals.

• Coordinate with various project management teams to gather input and validate estimates for complex, multi-phase projects.

• Prepare comprehensive and well-organized estimate proposals, including stipulated price, design-build, and construction/project management approaches.

• Present project proposals to potential clients, addressing options, costs, and feasibility to align with their expectations.

• Provide detailed project documentation to project management teams for seamless execution and cost control.

• Oversee the development of project budgets from conceptual and schematic design through final estimation, ensuring alignment with company objectives.

• Mentor and guide estimating team members, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring best practices are upheld.

• Monitor ongoing projects, cost changes, unit pricing, and job tracking to ensure budget adherence and profitability.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, internal teams, and customers to support current and future projects.

• Continuously refine and enhance estimating processes and methodologies for improved efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience in electrical construction).

• 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating and project management within an industrial electrical contracting environment.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and develop detailed project cost estimates.

• Proficiency in technical documentation, contract review, and proposal development.

• Solid understanding of construction methodologies, industry regulations, and union agreements.

• Expertise in estimating and project management software; experience with Bluebeam, HCSS Heavy Job, Primavera, and MS Project is .

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong leadership, mentorship, and problem-solving capabilities with a detail-oriented and results-driven mindset.

• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven Senior Electrical Estimator looking to contribute to impactful projects and work within a supportive and growth-oriented team. If you have the expertise and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply today!