Electrical Estimator Job at Prime Partners

Prime Partners Cincinnati, OH

$90,000 - $150,000 a year

Why Work For Us:

We are a North American leader that has an international footprint in construction services. Having earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for our clients, employees, and community.

We strive to be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace technologies and processes. This starts with adapting a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements within our company.

If this sounds like a company you’d like to be a part of then we look forward to receiving your resume, references and discussing the position in more detail.

Job Summary:

Prepare detailed estimates for the project based on the design documents, narratives, and specifications, focusing on the Electrical/Technology/LV System trades.

In this role, you’ll report to the Preconstruction Manager / MEP Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Specifically relating to the electrical systems:
  • Responsible for the communication of estimates and scopes of work to the company staff, architects, engineers, and owners.
  • Prepare complete quantity take-offs, analyses, estimates, and studies for all Electrical/Technology/LV System items incorporated in the assigned scope - from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required to complete conceptual estimates.
  • Analyze existing site conditions and all contract documents (plans, specifications, etc.) to determine the required scope that is not already indicated.
  • May supervise Assistant MEP Estimators, Estimating Assistants, and/or Interns.
  • Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors in order to solicit accurate and current pricing of lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and miscellaneous material pricing.
  • Develop working relationships with local Electrical/Technology/LV System sub-contractors in order to build and maintain a robust list of qualified bidders for all projects.
  • Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to the project team in accordance with the project contract.
  • Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with the design team.
  • Work together with operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure that general conditions and general requirements items are properly addressed in the estimate including, but not limited to, items such as temporary heating/cooling, electrical, power, and lighting, including estimating of electrical and natural gas consumption during construction.
  • Coordinate equipment pricing with the company logistics for Electrical/Technology/LV System estimates.
  • Develop a value analysis by defining alternatives to the proposed Electrical/Technology/LV System, materials, and equipment that are more cost-efficient.
  • Act as liaison with engineers, design consultants, subcontractors, other Turner staff, and owner’s representatives to resolve Electrical/Technology/LV System issues related to the project preconstruction efforts.
  • Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract types (lump sum, GMP, Cost Plus, etc.)
  • Participate in estimate reviews with the design team and client.
  • Participate in project hand-off to Operations to ensure proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations.
  • Prepare scope requisitions for the bidding/procurement of Electrical/Technology/LV Systems; coordinate with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
  • Lead the evaluation of subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work. Determine scope coverage and manage the risk of scope gaps.
  • Assist project staff in evaluating large change orders.
  • Gather and analyze Electrical/Technology/LV System bid data for all projects using Turner system breakdown sheets. Maintain a historical cost database of the data.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering plus a minimum of five years related Electrical/Technology/LV System estimating experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
  • Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite.
  • Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
  • Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.

Compensation:

  • Salary based pay $90,000 - $150,000 – dependent on experience and references.
  • Full benefits offered to include medical, dental, vision insurance.
  • Holiday pay and PTO.
  • 401k Contribution plan
  • Company vehicle

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Cincinnati, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Electrical Estimation: 5 years (Required)
  • Commercial Electrical: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person




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