Electrical Estimator

Benfield Electric Co. • Full-time • Aberdeen, Maryland, United States • $75,000 - $90,000 / year • 2d ago

Summary

**This is not a remote position. Candidates must be able to work in our Aberdeen location full time. **

The electrical estimator will calculate possible costs and gains of construction projects. You will collect and analyze data according to a series of useful variables. The ideal candidate will be very comfortable with numbers and analytical. You must have great attention to detail and excellent communication skills. The goal is to provide the company with accurate estimates. This position reports directly to VP of Estimating.

Duties

Acquire understanding of the requirements of the project and provide an accurate estimate.
Select metrics to produce valid estimates
Visit sites, warehouses and other venues to gather essential information
Review documents or consult experts to collect all necessary data
Analyze data and produce forecasts
Prepare detailed reports or bids for submission to appropriate parties
Select advantageous deals by evaluating offers and quotes
Foster relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, architects etc.)
Familiar with all aspects of electrical codes to produce a design and build an estimate
Other duties as assigned involving estimates and or pricing of any change related to items of a project.

Skills and Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an electrical estimator in residential and commercial
Experience in electrical field work of at least five (5) years.
Proven experience as electrical estimator
Hands on attitude
Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts
Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics
Comfortable with numbers and technology
Knowledge of estimating software
Great attention to detail
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Well-organized and reliable
Attended a certified electrical apprenticeship program
Computer experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

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