Shimizu North America · 4 months ago
Electrical Estimator
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expShimizu North America is seeking an Electrical Estimator who will be responsible for end-to-end electrical take-off and cost estimating while coordinating with the estimation team. The role involves producing accurate estimates for projects, preparing bidding documents, and ensuring compliance with safety policies.
Construction
Responsibilities
Coordinate the engineering quantity take-off (e.g. power distribution, lighting, low-voltage, etc.) for projects with the Estimating department highlighting important details, including phasing, individual pricing quantities, etc
Contact subcontractors and suppliers requesting quotes to successfully bid a project
Utilize estimating system to comprise an accurate budget or bid; Confer with field operations on project requirements, productions, job restrictions, staffing, competitive advantages, subcontractor experience, etc., when possible
Prepare accurate bidding documents with complete scopes of work
Produce professional proposal level estimates ensuring scope of work, pricing, with clarifications and exclusions
Work with other design and engineering departments ensuring bid package is submitted in accordance with company bidding process
Incorporate company safety policies and procedures in the building of estimates with the goal of providing a safe, healthy work environment
Occasionally perform a site visit
Ability to read and interpret construction specifications and drawings
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong communication skills with Architects, Engineers, Subcontractors, and Construction Managers
Thorough understanding of commercial construction systems, means and methods
Qualification
Required
Coordinate the engineering quantity take-off (e.g. power distribution, lighting, low-voltage, etc.) for projects with the Estimating department highlighting important details, including phasing, individual pricing quantities, etc
Contact subcontractors and suppliers requesting quotes to successfully bid a project
Utilize estimating system to comprise an accurate budget or bid; Confer with field operations on project requirements, productions, job restrictions, staffing, competitive advantages, subcontractor experience, etc., when possible
Prepare accurate bidding documents with complete scopes of work
Produce professional proposal level estimates ensuring scope of work, pricing, with clarifications and exclusions
Work with other design and engineering departments ensuring bid package is submitted in accordance with company bidding process
Incorporate company safety policies and procedures in the building of estimates with the goal of providing a safe, healthy work environment
Occasionally perform a site visit
Ability to read and interpret construction specifications and drawings
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong communication skills with Architects, Engineers, Subcontractors, and Construction Managers
Thorough understanding of commercial construction systems, means and methods
Proficiency in estimating and quantity take-offs
Proficiency in MS Office Suite of software and Procore
Proven track record of design, build, bid estimating success
Strong knowledge of construction paving, underground, concrete and grading practices
Ability to perform digital or conventional 'take-offs'
Strong, energetic work ethic to efficiently execute all duties and responsibilities
Must be able to perform conceptual estimates based on limited drawings and specifications
Must be proficient at reading and interpreting drawings and specifications accurately
Must be able to coordinate estimate with other building disciplines
Expertise in construction methods and materials, as it relates to both new construction and tenant improvements/fit outs
Understanding of trade responsibilities within the overall construction contract
Knowledge of Divisions in CSI master formats
Thorough knowledge of construction costs as it relates to the CSI MasterFormat with the ability to breakout lump sum pricing into detailed scopes of work with definite quantities and units of measure
Experience estimating commercial and/or manufacturing facilities is required
Minimum 5 years estimating experience within an industrial construction company
Knowledge of construction practices and procedures for manufacturing plant construction
Must have a record successful project completion history
Must be a team player and must possess a valid driver's license
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or another technical field
Preferred
Proficiency in Accubid is a plus
WinEst, Trimble, Sage, or other estimating programs, Revit, BIM experience preferred
Those with additional certifications will be strongly considered
Company
Shimizu North America
Shimizu North America LLC (SNA) is designing, engineering, and building the next generation of commercial and industrial facilities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
51-200 employees
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