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ESPO Corporation

Electrical Construction Project Manager / Estimator

ESPO Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: 6 Month Contract to Hire

Our client, a privately owned Electrical Contractor, is adding a Project Manager/Estimator to their Chicago team. This role involves managing and estimating electrical construction projects in the heavy commercial, light industrial, institutional, and data center sectors. Projects may be located throughout the Chicagoland area. Responsibilities include creating and identifying new bidding opportunities, initiating job estimates from start to finish, planning and executing the awarded work, monitoring and controlling the project, and closing it out with the assistance of other departments.

The Electrical Estimator / Project Manager is the single point of accountability for the delivery of the project, including design (where applicable), scope, cost, and schedule. This role provides overall direction on projects involving industrial electrical construction and maintenance, and includes developing new business opportunities with specific clients and market sectors. Typical project sizes range from $10,000 to $5M. The position reports to the lead estimator/ownership.

Responsibilities

Be able to utilize Accubid electrical estimating software

Perform electrical estimate takeoffs

Prepare project construction schedules

Submit "Requests for Information" to clients

Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects

Act as the main point of contact for project personnel

Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, deliverables, and address outstanding items requested by clients

Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly/monthly progress reports, and billing information

Review and monitor job costs versus budgets

Report regularly to the management team

Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for commercial & industrial projects within deadlines

Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation

Participate in the estimate review process with lead estimators and ownership

Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing

Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates

Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand constructability requirements

Compare project documents for accuracy and consistency

Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders

Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a company-designated office or field location

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

3-5+ years of project management and estimating experience in the electrical industry

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; or combination of relevant education and experience

Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates

Knowledgeable of the NEC and all relevant local codes

Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical plans and specifications related to electrical work

Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office

Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent

Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera

Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills

Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods

ESPO Corporation

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please contact us directly.

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