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Electrical Estimator
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Cerris Systems .
Role Overview We are a 90‑year construction company focused on hard work, people, and competitive pay. The Electrical Estimator supports our bid, budget, and preconstruction functions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Participates in project approach plan and proposal kickoff meetings as requested.
Performs estimating assignments in accordance with the estimating project approach and implements quality control measures to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Follows established processes and best practices in carrying out estimating assignments.
Solicits subcontractor and supplier bids and interfaces with their representatives to receive response bids prior to bid letting.
Establishes, maintains, and enhances business relationships with valued trade partners.
Utilizes and supports subcontractor prequalification program.
Maintains and improves subcontractor database through best practices for entering and updating subcontractor information.
Performs accurate, timely, and well‑organized quantity takeoffs as assigned.
Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes including self‑performed work; selects subcontractors; and determines cost effectiveness and cost realism.
Scopes and tabulates subcontractor and supplier bids for conformance with bid documents to aid in determining the value of the work.
Utilizes estimating software and conforms to established policies and procedures.
Exercise initiative or, as directed, performs additional duties to meet the needs of the organization.
Additional responsibilities include:
Assists prospects/clients in obtaining bid opportunities.
Analyzes and gathers cost data; organizes data into a useful format for future pricing and updates to the cost database.
Identifies opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions; presents recommended actions/solutions.
Qualifications
Ability to collaborate with and function well within a team‑oriented environment.
Knowledge of general construction practices and principles; proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of estimating and CRM software.
Education
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college, university, or equivalent experience.
Experience
1–3 years or more of related work experience preferred.
Responsible for own work only; no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
Physical demands are moderate. Employee may sit comfortably to do the work; may involve walking, standing, bending, or carrying items (25–50 lb). Work may require protective gear.
Equal Opportunity Employer – EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA.
Senior Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management
Industry Construction
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Electrical Estimator
role at
Cerris Systems .
Role Overview We are a 90‑year construction company focused on hard work, people, and competitive pay. The Electrical Estimator supports our bid, budget, and preconstruction functions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Participates in project approach plan and proposal kickoff meetings as requested.
Performs estimating assignments in accordance with the estimating project approach and implements quality control measures to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Follows established processes and best practices in carrying out estimating assignments.
Solicits subcontractor and supplier bids and interfaces with their representatives to receive response bids prior to bid letting.
Establishes, maintains, and enhances business relationships with valued trade partners.
Utilizes and supports subcontractor prequalification program.
Maintains and improves subcontractor database through best practices for entering and updating subcontractor information.
Performs accurate, timely, and well‑organized quantity takeoffs as assigned.
Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for bidding and budgeting purposes including self‑performed work; selects subcontractors; and determines cost effectiveness and cost realism.
Scopes and tabulates subcontractor and supplier bids for conformance with bid documents to aid in determining the value of the work.
Utilizes estimating software and conforms to established policies and procedures.
Exercise initiative or, as directed, performs additional duties to meet the needs of the organization.
Additional responsibilities include:
Assists prospects/clients in obtaining bid opportunities.
Analyzes and gathers cost data; organizes data into a useful format for future pricing and updates to the cost database.
Identifies opportunities for improvement in departmental processes, approach, and execution of estimating and preconstruction functions; presents recommended actions/solutions.
Qualifications
Ability to collaborate with and function well within a team‑oriented environment.
Knowledge of general construction practices and principles; proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of estimating and CRM software.
Education
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college, university, or equivalent experience.
Experience
1–3 years or more of related work experience preferred.
Responsible for own work only; no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
Physical demands are moderate. Employee may sit comfortably to do the work; may involve walking, standing, bending, or carrying items (25–50 lb). Work may require protective gear.
Equal Opportunity Employer – EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA.
Senior Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management
Industry Construction
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