Sr Electrical Estimator

Southland Industries • Fort Worth, TX • 2h ago

Position Summary

? Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for medium-size to larger projects with experience in one or more trades.

Position Details

Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing. Ensures potential issues with estimates are discussed with manager.

??Performs more complex red-lining of documents.?

??Partners with Lead Estimator or Chief Estimator to finalize Field Estimate and Bid (FEB). Presents bids to Project Executives and Project Managers.

??Generates reports and interprets them for Project Review. Transfers information into final review format and builds FEB for review.

??Participates in client interview meetings to discuss project.

??Stays current with best practices and shares information with team as necessary.

Trains and mentors less-experienced Estimators.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience?

Minimum 5 years' relevant experience, including managing people

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong analytical skills

Strong ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems

Strong ability to read and understand specifications and drawings

Strong knowledge of construction costs and principles

Strong ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations

Ability to translate concepts and information into images; applies design principles

Strong drafting skills

Strong Excel and Word skills

Strong knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities (https://southlandind.foleon.com/experienced-professionals/brochure/) , follow us on social media (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132/?trk=tyah) , and check out our website (https://southlandind.com/) .

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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