Electrical Estimator

Title: Electrical Estimator

Location: Suffern New York

Salary: $160,000-180,000

Our client is a large electrical contractor, specializing in indoor electrical construction and maintenance, including complete design build construction, for agencies, utilities, and private enterprises.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare detailed, accurate, and competitive cost estimates for a variety of electrical construction projects.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, and construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
• Review material and labor requirements, to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
• Establish and maintain tendering process, and conduct negotiations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical estimating or a related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction processes.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Ability to read and understand electrical plans and specifications.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.