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You will create accurate, aggressive, and profitable bid proposals for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. The Estimator reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, and reviews bids within the Estimating staff for accuracy. Focuses on profitability and cost control. Come be a part of the Amber Family.

$75,000 - $120,000 yearly

Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned:

• The Preconstruction Electrical Estimator is responsible for producing electrical estimates by analyzing proposals and requirements
• Work as a team with other estimators, company divisions, and departments within the company
• Develop the scope of work narrative
• Attend project meetings and perform site investigations as assigned
• Compile and finalize the estimate within the time deadline and participate in team reviews with management on bid day
• Provide Knowledge and expertise in electrical systems. Low voltage estimates systems a plus
• Review and understand all project bid documents
• Locate, notify, and send bid information to subcontractors and vendors for quotations on outsourced work
• Enforce compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards and report all variances to Chief Estimator
• Visit construction regional project sites for job walks and meetings
• Prepare value engineering analysis in anticipation of the customer's best interest
• Consistent customer follow-up for feedback on bid/proposal, reporting results to management
• Complete the estimated takeoff, using on-screen computer estimating, within time deadlines
• Assist field operations with the estimate after bid award at project closeout
• Prepare a proposal letter including the scope of work, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications. Additionally, meet proposal due date schedules
• Daily interaction with subcontractors and vendors
• Complete change order estimates for awarded projects
• Assist the VP of Pre-Con when needed
• Work with the Estimating Staff with bid process/procedures and review of final bids
• Must embrace the Estimating Process and Procedures
• Evaluate bids of subcontractors and vendors for completeness of scope of work, schedule, compliance with specifications, or other bid requirements
• Anticipate requirements of producing estimates with little information given
• Attend pre-bid or team scope review meetings and understand the complete scope of work required, with sometimes limited information

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 essential functions.

Position Requirements:

• Accustomed to estimating for projects valued at $3 million and above. Please provide examples
• On occasion, you may need to work overtime to meet bid response deadlines
• Produce accurate, timely and competitive estimates with minimal data
• Excellent communication skills with customers, vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, and owners
• Field experience in electrical and low voltage systems is a plus
• Thorough knowledge of the electrical field with familiarity with materials and construction methods
• At least 4+ years of estimating commercial and or industrial projects
• Must be able to clear background and drug screen
• Ability to adapt to Company estimating policies and procedures easily
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel, Word) and comfortable with spreadsheets and computerized on-screen takeoff programs
• Ability to maintain organization while multitasking in an extremely quick-paced environment
• Full working knowledge and experience with ConEst and IntellBid
• Maintains a “value-added” approach to estimating
• Knowledgeable of the N.E.C and local code

Amber Electrical Contractors Inc. is an established Texas-based commercial electrical contracting company with over 30 years of experience in Texas. We pride ourselves on providing superior service and quality workmanship.