Estimator - Electric Power Division

HOOPER CORPORATION • Commerce City, CO • 7h ago

Description:

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in the states of Colorado, Florida, and Ohio, Hooper provides a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients. Hooper provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.

The Estimator is responsible for estimating assigned "Electric Power" projects (e.g. T&D Powerlines and Substations) and the upkeep of estimating systems.

Principal Accountabilities:

Develops a bid schedule in consultation with Department Head. Responsible for procuring and returning plans for projects to estimate.

Prepares project estimates in a timely manner by engaging in detailed and accurate plan take-off, and solicitation of appropriate material, equipment and sub-contractor pricing.

Updates material pricing and labor rates on regular intervals to reflect recent changes.

Responsible for maintaining the estimating system, including software.

Prices change orders on large projects.

Evaluates bid results to track pricing levels. Upkeeps project bid database for future reference.

Evaluates completed job costs against estimated budgeted costs to aid in future estimating.

Develops "rules of thumb" estimating techniques and criteria for budget estimating.

Other general tasks at the request of the department head.

Attendance at departmental meetings and social functions is required.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Minimum two years technical education in the engineering field, construction management coursework or completion of apprenticeship in a respective discipline. Prior estimating experience in the plumbing / piping industry preferred.

Analytical and problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.

General computer skills required with a good working knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook and a good understanding of CAD/BIM drawings.

Comfortable with a wide range of project budgets and estimating 120 - 200 estimates per year based on size.

Description of Physical Working Environment:

Works in a normal office environment and makes site visits when necessary, requiring driving a personal vehicle. When in the office, regularly works from a sitting or standing position with a computer. Repetitive typing and computer use required. Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting are common, and the ability to climb up and down ladders and steps on site is required with or without reasonable accommodation.

Visits construction site in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions.

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, considering candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

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