Estimator II

Alterman Group • Full-time • Grapevine, Texas, United States • 1m ago

Overview:

The Level II Estimator develops and prepares cost estimates of materials for small to large electrical projects and often produces budgetary estimates.

Essential Functions:

1. Bid Preparation: 75%

Reviews bid documents to accurately quantify and estimate costs of all electrical items provided in the bid package.
Attends pre-bid meetings to gather pertinent information as required.
Quantifies electrical items per the bid package.
Prepares the bills of material for a quotation.
Designs a practical installation of the project, such as branch wiring and routing for feeders.
Identifies and implements labor unit and material pricing adjustments based on installation conditions.
Takes on the "lead" estimator role of an assigned project when working with a level I estimator.
Assists the Director, and other lead Estimators, with the final assembly of the estimate for presentation to the customer.
Produces Labor Analysis Workflow (LAW) labor breakdowns.
Demonstrates familiarity with various Packaged Alterman Construction Kit (PACK) assemblies and processes.
Facilitates internal bid review meetings.

2. Processes project quotations and verifies vendor bill of materials for accuracy and conformity with bid documents: 10%

3. Prepares proposals, the scope of work letters, and assists with Request for Proposal response packages: 5%

4. Assists the estimating team and Project Managers with estimating change orders as needed: 5%

5. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Estimating, Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator, including, but not limited to, occasional engagement in cost studies: 5%

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
2+ years of estimating experience required.
An understanding of either electrical distribution and motor controls OR electrical distribution, branch, and lighting systems is required.
A journeyman's license or associate degree in electrical engineering or a related field is preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Able to read and understand plans and specifications, including blueprints, proposals, and other electrical work documents.
Proficient with Accubid, ConEst, or equivalent estimating software.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.

Work Environment:

Office environment with some local travel required.
Available to work inside and outside of normal business hours when available.
Ability to work from home, if approved, with efficiency equal to the standard office environment.

Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk while working on a computer.
Must be able to walk job sites and attend pre-bid meetings as needed.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds.

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