Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
NOTE : This job description represents a summary of the typical functions of the job and is not considered to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined specifically in the job description; other duties, as assigned, will become part of the job.
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Position Summary
The Sr. Electrical Estimator will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and supervising the assigned team in developing and preparing detailed cost estimates from beginning to end. Responsible for maintaining existing accounts, and ensuring deadlines are met for budgeting and bidding electrical projects. Embrace an estimating technique that includes the ability to analyze customer needs, communicate & price appropriate solutions, and facilitate sales to closure.
Core Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and strengthen vendor and customer relationships.
- Create bid proposals for sales opportunities assigned
- Experience and ability to perform design-build and plan & spec commercial / light industrial electrical estimating.
- Assign estimating work to subordinates. Advise and provide technical support as needed.
- Create estimates from beginning to end as necessary to meet department goals
- Review and evaluate project plans and specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents to determine scope of work and profitability for the company.
- Identify any inconsistent issues, conflicts, and other opportunities in the bid documents.
- Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
- Assist with expansion strategies to further retain and penetrate existing accounts.
- Assist with achieving sales plan and account retention targets.
- Ensure historical data is documented and archived on each quoted project.
- Assist with coaching, training, etc.
- Attend weekly estimating meetings to discuss bid status and present / solve problems.
- Assist with optimizing Estimating Systems including database maintenance, assembly creation, and material / labor price verifications.
- Know company Estimating Processes and ensure they are followed.
- Attend project meetings as needed to assist in analyzing / solving project issues.
- Responsible for ensuring job walks are attended to observe field conditions that may affect the construction, may impact the prospective bid, and / or may impact the pre-construction design and build.
- Deal directly with General Contractor, Vendor and / or Customer as a company representative regarding the estimate.
- Request material and equipment quotes from vendors and equipment suppliers.
- Understand the National Electric Code in order to review drawings for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure information is entered into the estimating system accurately.
- Ensure that estimates are complete, well-organized, and ready for review before the given deadline.
- Communicate with customers to define the project scope, address deficiencies, negotiate pricing and build relationships.
- Prepares and presents completed estimating packages to company executives and senior management.
- Follow up on all bid projects and accurately forecast future awards / probabilities.
- Properly transfer awarded projects to operations team and perform buyouts when necessary.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of tasks and projects, and smooth operation of department.
- Able to multi-task and work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Communicate effectively with office personnel, engineers, architects, general contractors, customers, and team members. Is courteous and cordial to customers.
- Anticipate potential problems; is proactive and takes action before potential problems become real problems.
- Established and maintain high performance and quality standards
- Is a team player - a positive, well-organized, proactive force to support profit and growth of the Company.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Mentors and develops field team members while effectively managing the overall teamMay act as a liaison for company and employee communicationMonitors and evaluates the performance of all assigned personnel, recommending and implementing personnel actions, such as promotions and dismissalsAttends periodic meetings with staff and management as necessaryInterviews, selects, trains, assigns, monitors, and reviews the activities of all assigned personnelCoaches, mentors, motivates and supervises team members and contractors, and influences them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned workMonitors, ensures and oversees work qualityHandles employee grievances and emergencies; maintains harmonious employee relations. Counsels and coaches employees, develops performance appraisals, conducts reviews and provides resources to assist employees to improve and maximize performanceOTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Promotes and maintains the effectiveness and reputation of the organizationPromotes strategic and generative discussions; attends meetings as requiredCreates correspondence, reports, and communication material as neededElicits cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including vendors, subcontractors and other internal departmentsConsistently contributes to the growth of the customer baseEffectively manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff needs; solicits feedback to improve projects, responds promptly and effectively to concerns / issues and develops and communicates prompt solutions; solicits appropriate advisory assistance as applicableThrough formal and informal training, continues development of personal and professional skillsStrives for 100% customer and program satisfaction; communicates clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and seeks clarificationFollows through on all actions to ensure 100% deadline complianceConsistently meets and / or exceeds sales and productivity goalsWorks closely with the senior management team, and other key personnel and contacts for seamless integration of responsibilities and functionsSolicits internal guidance and information to promote internal initiatives and special eventsAll other duties as assigned for the successful execution and / or completion of various projects whether or not specifically assignedRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
4-yr engineering degree (or equivalent combination of technical training and practical experience)10+ years experience in electrical construction estimating2+ years experience in a senior electrical estimator position2+ years design build experience (preferred)Must have knowledge of the NECSome electrical installation field experience preferredThorough knowledge of corporate objectives, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contractsOutstanding technical and analytical skillExcellent decision making / problem solving skillsExcellent organizational and leadership skillsExcellent scheduling and time management skillsAbility to motivate and create cohesive work teamsStrong MS Office skillsAdvanced knowledge of construction estimating software programs & BluebeamMust be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, background, and reference checkMust possess valid drivers license and reliable transportationKnowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, and punctuationAbility to work extended hours and various work schedules as needed including overtime and weekendsStrong commitment to the mission of the organization; willingness to conduct work within other departmentsAbility to demonstrate success in competencies such as interpersonal influence, innovative thinking and performance leadershipAbility to demonstrate moral character and social leadership; integrity, honesty, tact, fairness, patience, lack of prejudice and desire to help when dealing with people of varying social, cultural and economic backgrounds; creates and promotes a harmonious work environmentAbility to perform in a professional appearance and manner; ability to maintain confidentiality at all timesAble to establish and maintain healthy working relationshipsEducation, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :
4-yr engineering degree (or equivalent combination of technical training and practical experience)Proficiency with NECValid Texas Drivers LicenseClean driving, drug screen and background records at all times