Job Description

Electrical Estimator 1 (Commercial)

Schwenksville, PA

Yearly Salary: $50,000-$65,000

Responsibilities:

The Electrical Estimator 1 will assist in preparing accurate and competitive estimates for upcoming commercial electrical projects. This role is ideal for someone who has commercial electrical experience from working in the field.

• Review project drawings, specifications and bid documents
  
• Perform quality take-offs for materials, equipment and labor
  
• Help prepare estimates, proposals and bid packages
  
• Maintain and update pricing, vendor lists and material cost information
  
• Request and evaluate quotes from suppliers
  
• Participate in project hand-off meetings to ensure smooth transition from estimating to operations
  
• Track historical project data for use in future estimates
  

Additional Essential Functions:

• Work with project managers, service managers, and project foreman on change orders and costs to complete estimates of on going projects
  
• Communicate effectively with the general contractor, owner and/or owners representative through negotiations
  

Requirements

• Have a understanding of the NEC
  
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and components
  
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  
• Strong knowledge with Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills
  

Preferred

• Technical school training in electrical construction
  
• Field experience as an electrician or electrical apprentice
  
• At least 1-2 years hands on field experience in electrical 
  
• Experience with estimating software a plus
  
• Familiar with reading blueprints and specifications
  
• Must possess a positive, can do attitude
  
• Must be a strong communicator and professional always
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health benefits
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Bonuses

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