Senior Estimator (Electrical Contractor)

EMCOR Group • Edison, NJ • 4h ago

Description

About Us

Forest Electric NJ is a subsidiary of EMCOR Group. We are proud of our position as one of New Jersey's leading single-source electrical construction and telecommunications services suppliers. With over 50 years of expertise in data center infrastructure, healthcare, substation, financial infrastructure, structured cabling and electrical system design-build, installations and maintenance.

Location : Edison, NJ

Summary: Forest Electric NJ seeks a Senior Electrical Estimator with experience in electrical power and lighting systems, medium voltage substation and distribution, pharmaceuticals, hospitals and/or data centers to assist the company in its Edison, NJ location in meeting its goals and objectives. They may also assist project management as it relates to certain projects and will partner with other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

The Senior Electrical Estimator is responsible for producing estimates and proposals for electrical power and lighting systems

Provide knowledge and expertise in estimating electrical systems

Take an active part in preparing quantity take-offs

Prepare detailed estimates including assigning material and labor values to take-offs

Acquire vendor pricing on specialty materials, equipment and systems

Assist in the lead estimate review; periodically follow-up with personnel to review cost trends, forecast (or bids) versus the final estimate

Evaluate and assist with subcontractor and vendor scope and pricing review

Take an active role in the preparation, review and recommendation of contract scope changes and field related change orders

Actively participate and coordinate in project kick-off and turn-over meetings

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally required to commute to field locations

Regular, predictable and reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of the job

Position Requirements

Must have ten (10) plus years experience in estimating electrical construction projects

Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited College or University preferred

Demonstrated experience in electrical power and lighting, preferably with medium voltage substation and distribution, pharmaceuticals, hospitals and/or data centers

Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize and manage multiple projects, and work with minimal supervision

Experience in hard-bid contract work as well as conceptual estimating

Working knowledge of ConEst estimating software is preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Proven communication and interpersonal skills

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 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.

Ability to regularly and consistently use a keyboard and mouse.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to occasionally commute to construction site locations and navigate around construction site locations.

Work Environment

While visiting job site locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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.

EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal application process - it is probably fraudulent.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Compensation Range: $150,000 - $200,000

Other Compensation: Position is bonus eligible.

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

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Qualifications

Experience

Required

10 years: Commercial Electrical Estimating.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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