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Estimator (Electrical)

EMCOR Group • Norwood, MA • 2h ago

Description

Job Title: Estimator

FLSA Classification: Exempt / Full-Time

Manager: Chief Estimator

About Us

Since 1934, Gaston Electrical has provided expert electrical and low voltage contracting services to the commercial, institutional, life-sciences, hospitality, and retail markets in New England. Our company leadership and skilled electricians build trust through best-in-class services, quality workmanship, safety practices, and reliability.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical systems, construction processes, and estimating software.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.

Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.

Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.

Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.

Consult with clients, vendors, and employees in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.

Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Review contract and bid documents; review and understand scope for project turnover

Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings

Quantitative take-off and computer entry

Prepare scope letters and proposals

Maintain relationships with customers, General Contractors, vendors and subcontractors

Ability to perform design/build, conceptual and budget estimates

Ensure documents are centrally saved in the company's drive within the confidential estimating folder(s)

Assist project managers with takeoffs and pricing changes in work

Maintain knowledge of current industry standards, trends, and regulations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Requirements/Preferred Skills, Education and Experience

5+ years of experience in electrical estimating or related field.

Strong knowledge of electrical systems and construction practices.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical documents.

Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.

Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.

Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Software Skills

Knowledge of Conest Estimating Software preferred.

Will use: Bluebeam, Egnyte, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams), and Cosential CRM software.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; move within the office to retrieve files and meet with employees in their offices or conference room. Able to work at a computer (reading and keying) or extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and may also travel to field locations as needed.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here (https://recruiting.ultipro.com/EMC1002EMCGI/JobBoard/cc563430-39f7-4c82-bdfe-62f295bd857a/?q=&o=postedDateDesc&w=&wc=&we=&wpst=) . Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.

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