Chief estimator Jobs in Columbus, OH

Job Title : Estimator

Location : Columbus OH

Salary : $75000 $95000 Annually

Employment Type : FullTime

About the Company

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Since our inception in Valdosta GA in 1975 Ace has been providing highquality electrical installations across multiple industries including commercial healthcare industrial military bases and retail. With a growing presence in multiple states we are committed to safety quality and employee growth.

Benefits

Health Dental Vision Life Disability Accident and Critical Illness Insurances

401k with Company Match

Access to Ace University : Apprenticeship Program Leadership Training and SkillBuilding Classes

General Summary

The Estimator is responsible for all aspects of electrical estimating for the division office. This includes analyzing blueprints preparing proposals consulting with clients estimating costs and assisting in creating budgets.

Preferred Skills

Active Learning & Listening

Critical Thinking & ProblemSolving

Mathematics & Cost Analysis

Strong Communication & Negotiation

Time & Resource Management

Knowledge of Electrical Equipment & Installation

Quality Control Analysis

Mandatory Hiring Requirements

References

Background Check

Drug Screening

Valid Drivers License

Key Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of electrical estimating including bill of materials (BOMs) takeoffs RFIs and proposal writing.

Assist the senior estimator in coordinating and streamlining bid processes.

Analyze blueprints and documentation to determine project costs.

Assess costeffectiveness of products and services tracking actual costs versus bids.

Consult with clients vendors and construction personnel to formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Confer with engineers architects contractors and subcontractors regarding cost adjustments.

Prepare estimates for management planning organizing and scheduling work.

Maintain and update supplier contractor and subcontractor directories.

Establish and oversee tendering processes and conduct negotiations.

Review estimates with division managers and project teams postaward.

Assist in developing budgets and schedules postproject award.

Position Requirements

License : Valid state drivers license.

Education : High School Diploma or GED (PostSecondary Certificate Preferred).

Experience : Minimum of 5 years in industrial or commercial electrical construction.

Working Conditions

Exposure to all weather conditions depending on project location.

Ability to transport and relocate ladders and personal tools.

Work at various heights (up to 90 feet) from ladders scaffolds and lifts.

Work in confined spaces such as switchgear rooms manholes and crawl spaces.

Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Ability to work 40 hours per week including overtime and possible night shifts.

Physical / Mental Requirements

Ability to accurately identify colors of wires and electrical components.

Read and interpret blueprints schematics maps and manuals.

Strong comprehension and practice of workplace safety.

Operate company vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions.

Ability to bend stoop squat crawl climb kneel and lift up to 50 lbs.

Tolerant of prolonged standing and movement on foot.

Frequent use of arms hands and fingers in a repetitive motion.