Job Description

Electrical Estimator Trenton, NJ

Annual Salary: $100,000K+ with complete benefit package

Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for preparing bids/proposals for commercial and industrial customers
• The Electrical Estimator participates in all aspects of the bid/estimating process
• This includes an initial review of plans, and proposal specifications, soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors/suppliers, and completion of bid/estimating effort including closeout
• In addition, performs quantity take-of scope of work and bidding of construction projects
  
• Prepare proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate
• Attend pre-bid meetings and tour job sites to confirm requisite take-offs; participate in project review meetings to assess project performance
• Prepare estimates by calculating the complete take-off of the scope of work
• Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including information on pricing from suppliers obtained through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, software uploads, etc..
• Support other departments and personnel, as required
• May review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality and/or availability of materials
• Cultivate strong client relationships to foster repeat business and referrals,, in addition to soliciting new business; ;engage with customers on bid walks and provide technical expertise
• Provide support to field operations regarding electrical estimates
  
• Regularly reports to and works with the executive team on setting production targets and strategy
• Ensure strict adherence to budgetary guidelines, quality, and safety standards
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including compliance with all regulatory requirements

Requirements

• This position requires expertise in estimating electrical construction projects, from conception to completion
• Project Management experience a plus
• Proven experience (7+ years) as an electrical estimator in commercial and industrial settings
  
• It also requites strong leadership qualities, organization skills, and experience and understanding of electrical engineering principles
• Strong understanding of NEC and local building codes
• Proficiency with estimating software (Accubid), QuickBooks and MS Office

Benefits

• This job comes with competitive compensation.
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
  
• 401 K after 1 year of service
  
• 401K matching Safe Harbor match up to 3% if you chose to go to 5% we match up to 4%
  
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance
• Monday to Friday 7:30AM to 4PM

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