Sr Electrical Estimator

San Jose, CA Full-time $130,000.00 - $200,000.00Posted 09/05/2023If you are a Sr Electrical Estimator with large project experience, please read on! If you enjoy diversity in what you estimate and every day is different, this is a great group for you. As an electrical Sr. Estimator you will play a large role in enhancing the profitability of the business by producing and assembling bids that accurately reflect projects within our scope. The Sr. Estimator will build and maintain relationships with clients, mentor junior Estimators, and problem solve some of the most complex estimating issuesTop Reasons to Work with Us1.) Great growth potential with work all across CA! 2.) We are one of the leading electrical contractors in the industry with a strong pipeline of work! 3.) Competitive base salary, bonus structure, and industry leading benefits! 4.) We are looking for long term employees and value and healthy work life balanceWhat You Will Be Doing- Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes, preparing bids, qualifying vendors and subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.- Manage, oversee and perform all take-off and quantity surveys per company standardized procedures. - Solicit subcontractor, and material/equipment quotes from company approved vendors in a strategic manner all the while optimizing our strategic objectives and competitive results. - Attend pre-bid job meetings and site surveys when required. - Prepare bid summary ensuring the computed bid price includes all correct factors as approved by Chief Estimator. - Organize, manage and coordinate the activities of bid day to ensure that we execute the submission in a strategic manner to give ourselves the best chance for success. - Execute bid activities in concert with company and department SOPs. Prepare and submit scope letters, bid forms and other bid submissions accurately and in a timely manner. - Spread and qualify subcontract bids and material quotations per company procedures ensuring the low responsive quotation is utilized. - Generate RFIs when appropriate prior to bidding and send to appropriate entity. Conduct special studies to develop and analyze new material and installation procedures and related cost data to determine the effect of possible cost reductions. - Participate in Pre-Construction meetings of estimating personnel to discuss department objectives and goals. - Perform peer bid reviews and analyze completed job cost information to improve estimating methods and procedures. - Understand the need and manage or assist Project Management in estimating change orders or other project needs as related to pre-construction functions. - Assist in the training, guidance, and mentorship of entry level and junior staff. - Work independently or with a team when needed to complete estimates and proposals in a timely and efficient manner.What You Need for this PositionEffectively use Accubid Livecount / Anywhere in your daily estimating operationsBuild relationship and interact effectively with Baker Electric customers EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION: 5+ years of relevant electrical estimating experience Bachelors Degree in related field a plus (Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting/Finance, etc.), successful graduation of I.B.E.W. Journeyman preferred CPE Certified Professional Electrical Estimator a plus Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook Proficiency in Bluebeam, ConstructJob, MS Project, or other related Construction Management software Proficiency in Accubid or other related Construction Estimating software Proven experience estimating relevant projects in the size of $50k - $10mm+ - Estimator - Electrical Construction - Commercial Construction - NEC - Ground-Up - Tenant Improvements - Healthcare - Distribution Center - multi-familySo, if you are a Sr Electrical Estimator with experience, please apply today!Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.Preferred SkillsEstimatorElectrical ConstructionCommercial ConstructionNECGround-UpTenant ImprovementsHealthcareDistribution Centermulti-family