Electrical Estimator
SUMMARY:
An Electrical Estimator is responsible to determine the approximate costs of various electrical installations for commercial, industrial and residential projects. Should be detail-oriented and have sound knowledge of electrical codes. The capability of reading building plans and demonstrate outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
Major Job Duties
1. Review blueprints to determine wire lengths, outlet placement, amount and type of materials, assuring compliance with electrical codes.
2. Able to produce estimate with minimum written information by meeting with customer and doing walkthroughs of desired work.
3. Meet with clients and contractors to understand the scope of the electrical project and visiting the locations as well.
4. Communicate with vendors for accurate cost of materials needed for each electrical project.
5. Determining the amount of labor and timeline required to complete each project.
6. Developing cost estimates and assist management in making competitive bidding decisions.
7. Regularly updating cost databases to accurately reflect fluctuating material and labor costs.
8. Periodically review ongoing jobs and assure actual job done accurately reflects bided work.
9. Maintain proper documentation and record keeping of biddings and on-going projects.
Other Job Duties
1. Available to work flexible hours.
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license a plus.
• Two (2) year degree in electrical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred previous experience as estimator.
• Be a critical thinker with experience in all facets of electrical work.
• An active listener with top-notch verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong mathematical skills and computer proficiency.
• Ability to understand/interpret electrical plans and specifications.
• Highly detail-oriented
• Organization and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communicators
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning.
