Lead Electrical Estimator / Master Electrician

Shimmick • Texas, Texas • 3w ago

Overview

Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Lead Electrical Estimator / Master Electrician to be based in Texas.

Become a part of a dynamic, fast-growing player in Heavy Construction. Shimmick is a national Contractor that has an excellent reputation within the industry and is seeking a qualified individual to join our Electrical Division (Axia Electric). Axia provides electrical services, as well as turnkey solutions, to serve municipalities, water districts, transit agencies, private developers, and government entities nationwide while closing scope gaps and delivering exceptional results. Axia is focused on meeting the growing market demand for specialized, high-performance electrical and power distribution solutions.

Combined, our commitment extends to water treatment, water conveyance, water storage, flood protection, environmental projects, electrical systems, and more. Our solid foundation of enduring client relationships, financial stability, market leadership, effective risk management, and strategic presence in key regions ensures our ability to execute this crucial mission.

According to Engineering News Record, in 2024, Shimmick was nationally ranked as a top ten builder of water supply (#8), dams and reservoirs (#6), and water treatment and desalination plants (#7).

Led by industry veterans with 20+ years of experience.

Solid foundation: client relationships, financial stability, and market leadership.

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Develops proficiency in the use of the Company estimating systems and processes.

Recognizes, understands and applies estimating terminology, measures, concepts and principles for compiling all @types of estimates.

Recognizes how various processes/project actions and assumptions may impact the estimate and quantifies the impact.

Analyzes and uses estimates to predict key project issues.

Prepares and/or coordinates preparation of full project estimates. Provides complete conceptual and final estimating input.

Understands construction means, methods, and sequences-singe discipline.

Responsible for performing all aspects of estimating.

Preparation of the Estimate Plan.

Conducts work requiring independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard estimating techniques, procedures, and criteria.

May provide guidance to less experienced estimating personnel.

Develops wage rate build-ups.

Reads and interprets drawings, specifications, Requests-for-Proposals and contracts.

Develops detailed material take-offs for procurement of bulk materials.

Applies the various elements of Shimmick's cost structure (overheads, G&A, insurance, etc.)

Develops cash flow schedules and estimates.

Knowledgeable of the CAES estimating system.

Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for subcontract and vendor quotes.

Prepares subcontract bid analysis for scope, cost, and price.

Understands Earned Value Management (EVMS) theory and application.

LI-AR1

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Master Electrician License (Texas) is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in heavy civil construction.

Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong problem-solving skills and consistent attention to detail.

Ability to manage changing deadlines and work well under pressure for multiple team leaders.

Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks.

Highly organized with excellent time management skills.

Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical - including a NO-COST option, dental, and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection.

These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Jacobs • Dallas, TX • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

At Jacobs, we're not just building structures,?we're helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities?that are changing our world. We're...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Sr. Principal Engineer, Mechanical Architect for PC Notebooks

Dell Technologies • Austin, TX • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Sr. Principal Engineer, Mechanical Architect for PC Notebooks From applied research to advanced engineering, the Engineering Technologist team has the expertise to shape ground-breaking products, material and processes....

1h ago

Go to Apply

Sr. Principal Engineer, Mechanical Architect for PC Notebooks

Dell Technologies • Austin, TX • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

1h ago

Go to Apply

Sr MMIC Design Engineer (9583)

QORVO TEXAS LLC • Richardson, TX • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve ou...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.