KEY DELIVERABLES

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION:

• Provides estimates to internal (co-workers) and external customers within the time frames they specify, in a friendly and professional manner.
• Correspond with architects, engineers, owner’s reps, etc. to obtain missing information.
• Present detailed information to our operations team during internal hand off meetings.
• Assists fellow estimators in client proposal and presentation preparation, may participate in owner/GC presentations.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE:

• Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects.
• Maintain files of working documentation as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, websites, price lists, etc.
• Attends pre-bid meetings and visits sites of proposed projects; takes accurate notes such as ceiling height, level of difficulty, distances and overall conditions which affect installation and bid take-off.
• Work under deadline pressures in an efficient, composed, and calm manner.
• Work consistently within estimating process; calendar invite, bid checklist, pre-bid meeting, estimate production, proposal methodology, bid review, delivery, and Client Resource Management tracking.
• Coordinates and assists in the design of electrical systems necessary.
• Update Client Resource Management opportunities with accurate estimating information.
• Focused on mastering current estimating processes and software.
• Demonstrated success estimating projects up to $1,000,000.00.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and confidentiality.
• Understands and applies VE and FOE methods to optimize each opportunity.
• Verifies state code compliance for all Suburban Electric work.

PROFITABILITY:

• Provide accurate cost estimates and associated reports for management purposes such as planning, organizing, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Work alongside other estimators, project managers and account managers on change-orders and cost-to-complete estimates of on-going projects.
• Seeks materials, tools, and techniques that provide an advantage over competitors during the design, bid, and/or construction phases.
• Attend post-job meetings to learn how to increase profit margins moving forward.

TALENT DEVELOPMENT:

• Self-aware, recognizes strengths and development needs.
• Owns and maintains career path to reach highest potential.
• Self-motivated lifelong learner; likes to experience new things; asks a lot of questions, always learning to achieve highest potential.
• Stays current on NEC and building codes and verifies state code compliance for all Suburban Electric work.

SAFETY:

• Aware of surroundings (trip hazards, office machinery, etc.).
• Support of field safety initiatives.
• Demonstrates a commitment to zero accidents and every accident is preventable through training, risk prevention, and continuous improvement.
• Always prepared for site visits with appropriate personal protective equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (HSED, GED).
• 3 years of related electrical construction experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Qualifications