Estimator (*Construction and Manufacturing) URGENTLY hiring.
About the Role: The EPC Estimator will assist the estimating team by managing, planning, coordinating, and controlling all assigned estimates to maximize time while delivering on promises to customers and co-workers. This position also directs and supervises the activities of each project for quality and accuracy, while ensuring all estimates and RFP’s are fulfilled.
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Since 1990, CSI Electrical Contractors, Inc. (has been a leader in highly technical and innovative electrical design and construction. Our team of consultants, engineers, project managers, and professionals deliver the best solutions to our customers’ greatest electrical engineering and construction needs. We have the resources and expertise to manage any commercial, industrial, or one-of-a-kind challenge in aerospace, biotech/pharmaceutical, education, healthcare, entertainment, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail.
Our services include electrical construction, technology solutions, and alternative energy where CSI Electric is regarded as a premier provider of energy development, installation, and maintenance. Whether your project entails mission-critical power, energy production, or a simple space upgrade, CSI Electric offers unmatched expertise in electrical, energy, and technology solutions. We’re proud to celebrate more than 30 years of commitment to do all things with excellence for our customers, ourselves, and our craft. Direct and supervise the activities of each project for quality and accuracy of work: including performing estimates, scheduling tasks, and achieving goals and standards
Manage, plan, coordinate, and control all assigned estimates to maximize time while delivering on promises to customers and co-workers
Obtain and review quotations from vendor and subcontractors for materials and performance tasks not being self-performed
Ability to travel to project sites to observe, construction sequence, means and methods, site conditions and observe and perform time studies
Assist in the interview procurement process and the proposal writing for an RFP
Assist with bids, documents and reports in an accurate, complete and professional manner
Survey job sites as needed for scope of work and to determine the most cost effective and efficient plan possible
Ensure all estimates and RFP’s are fulfilled to the customer’s or CSI’s conditions for satisfaction.
Maintain technical knowledge and building codes by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications.
Establish and maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with clients, subcontractors and co-workers
Promote the Company image through exercising sound and ethical business practices as they relate to clients, subcontractors, suppliers and the public
Work with the Director of Preconstruction to determine the general expenses, labor rates, and other costs associated with each project
Analyze and interpret construction drawings, specifications and other bid documents
Perform accurate take-offs for a diverse range of EPC solar and BESS construction projects
Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractors
Prepare pre-bid RFI’s and track and document responses
Use computer software to calculate estimates (Accubid, Live Count, Bluebeam)
Able to work both independently and as a team member, accepting assignments from senior management and delegating to junior estimators
Train junior estimators on proper procedures and company standards
Mentor junior estimators to assist in their development and professional growth
Responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of estimating tasks performed by junior estimators as well as self
A Bachelor’s degree in a construction, engineering, or business related field from an accredited college or university preferred.
~An equivalent combination of electrical construction field experience and relevant work experience may be substituted.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel and Word primarily)
General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms
Ability to read and understand drawings for all trades Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, and Plumbing drawings
Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems
Ability to prioritize multiple and simultaneous projects, issues and activities
Positive attitude and customer focus
Strong organization, planning and time management skills
Ability to provide complete estimates with less than complete documents/information
Extensive knowledge of the NEC and other building codes as they relate to Utility Scale EPC
Understanding of electrical theory and calculations
Ability to detect errors and/or omissions from project documents
Frequently works outdoors on uneven surfaces
Frequently works in areas with large industrial equipment subject to high noise levels
May occasionally work in areas with hazardous chemicals
Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Amazing Company Culture - We have a culture of trust, teamwork, performance, and commitment that drives our success.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid Holidays.
Immediate vesting and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Various voluntary plans are available, including short- and long-term disability, supplemental vision, accident, hospital and critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family. Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.