Job Post Information* : Posted Date
2 days ago(10/2/2024 8:21 AM)
ID
2024-1354
# of Openings
1
Category
Estimating
Location : Location
US-OH-Cambridge
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Bi-Con Services
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
http://www.bi-conservices.com
Overview
The estimator will be responsible for analyzing bid specifications, subcontractor quotes, and drawings in the preparation of a Electrical project bid.
Responsibilities
Attend pre-bid meetings as necessary.
Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Identify subcontractor needs for specific bids.
Prepare subcontractor RFQ packages for bid purposes.
Complete electrical take-offs for bid preparation utilizing estimating software.
Obtain and evaluate subcontractor quotes for the evaluation.
Prepare material RFQ packages for bid purposes.
Research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, job cost reports, etc.) for bid purposes.
Maintain historical data and estimating units.
Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures.
Attend bid evaluation meetings and communicate basis for bid details.
Attend pre-job planning meetings.
Provide estimating support to other divisions as required.
Provide assistance to project managers as necessary.
Provide assistance to field crews as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
2-year degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience required.
2+ years electrical estimating or similar experience preferred.
General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing required.
Ability to calculate mathematical extensions, read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems, etc. is essential.
Detail-oriented, organized and ability to multi-task in a high-volume, deadline driven environment.
Excellent problem solving, time management and decision-making skills.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent communication skills; verbal, written and interpersonal.
Work will involve being in an office setting and field work.