Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
WHO WE ARE :
We are an end-to-end Renewable Energy provider. We offer products to commercial and enterprise clients in EV Charging solutions, Fleet Electrification, Solar Microgrids, Energy storage, Hydroponic farming, and Rain Water / Grey Water collection systems. We have been experiencing tremendous growth in all these areas and operate under several government rebate programs that ensure a steady and reliable flow of revenues. Our company handles the entire flow of providing these products and services beginning with Sales, Provisioning, Design and Engineering, Contracting and Construction, Servicing and Maintenance. If you are passionate about the EV industry and working with awesome teams in a fast-growing company, we want to speak with you! Join us in making a meaningful impact!
JOB SUMMARY :
This role is in-office, Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM in Costa Mesa, CA. This is mid to senior level role. We are on the lookout for highly motivated individuals with a background in Construction and Electrical procurement, coupled with excellent communication skills. We are looking for a detail-oriented construction estimator to advise on the foreseeable cost of each of our major developments. To this end, the construction estimator should obtain all relevant project specifications, determine the most appropriate building materials, and secure favorable prices on all resources. You should also inspect trends in construction to determine whether your estimates are both reasonable and competitive. To ensure success as a construction estimator, you should be able to translate project requirements into concrete figures with ease. A top-notch construction estimator will adhere to financial constraints without compromising on our high standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
Collecting all pertinent documents including property plans, technical drawings, and project specifications, permits, single line diagrams, etc.Studying documentation, meeting with construction project managers, and inspecting the construction site to fully understand what work is required.Accounting for all costs and keeping finance in the loopDeciding on the most appropriate human and material resources for each project.Obtaining multiple quotes for each of these and then selecting the most suitable offers.Negotiating with service providers to secure better prices.Outlining the work plan to gauge how much time will be needed to complete each development.Performing risk assessments to account for potential deviations from the project plan.Accounting for the use of our resources, plus a reasonable profit margin to calculate an overarching price.Process and manage incoming requests efficientlyMaintain clear and consistent communication with internal requestors to confirm order detailsEnsure timely delivery or availability of all requests to meet required deadlinesDrafting proposals that detail envisaged materials, costs, and time frames.Updating project management tools such as Field Wire, Smartsheet, excel and othersManaging several projects at a time and implementing running timelines and schedulesAdditional duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS :
Comfortable working under strict deadlinesMust have strong interpersonal skills.The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutionsExcellent technical and communication skillsExperience using customer relationship management (CMS) softwareExperience creating detailed reports and giving presentationsCompetency using Microsoft Office Suite, Smart Sheets,Education and Experience :
Degree in mechanical engineering, architecture, or similar is preferredMinimum of 2 years of experience in business administration, construction, or a related field is a plusMinimum of 5 years procurement experience in construction or related industry is preferred.Qualification in project management is highly advantageous.Demonstrable experience as a construction estimator, must have a deep understanding of Electrical, Concrete, Asphalt, ADA, and other trades as needed.Ability to forecast the cost of high-ticket, involved building developments.Knowledge of relevant technical and nontechnical documents.Exceptional quantitative skills.Outstanding research and proposal writing skills.Ability to negotiate with seasoned vendorsPhysical Requirements :
Stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, type, and write.Reach with hands and arms, bend, stand on a stool, or climb, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls.Use standard office equipment such as computers, smartphones, printers, photocopiers, etc.Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Lift files and open desk drawers and filing cabinets.Note : This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
AAP / EEO Statement :
Zero Impact Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Job Type : Non-Exempt Hourly