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Cogent Analytics

Electrical Project Estimator

Cogent Analytics, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Base pay range $75,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

The Electrical Project Estimator is responsible for the study, evaluation, and understanding of project plans, designs, and specifications. Identifies project resources required for the project based on the scope of work. Generates estimates for the cost of labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors; where appropriate, delegates to outside purchasing agents. Obtains multiple bids from vendors and subcontractors and assists in contract negotiations. Works with the internal team and potential client to create the most competitive project proposal or bid. During downtime, supports the Project Managers by estimating Change Orders.

Essential Functions

Client Relations Functions: Attend Pre-Bid Meetings to understand the project's intent to achieve the Owner's requirements and determine the extent of required demolition scope of work.

Prepare “Request For Information” (RFI) to identify conflicts in the Bid Documents and provide clarifications for accurate cost estimates.

Assist with lead follow-ups and referrals from field activity concerning future opportunities, and follow up on submitted electrical proposals to review bid evaluation status.

Estimating: Read and comprehend specifications and multiple trade drawings to understand the full spectrum of electrical requirements for a project.

Develop itemized costs for projects through Construction Systems breakdowns by computer-generated counts and take-offs utilizing AccuBid, Enterprise software, and Live Count Plan Viewer.

Estimate equipment, labor, and material costs required to complete each project.

Create quantitative counts to develop a Bill of Material letter for submitting to suppliers and subcontractors for quotes.

Navigate client plan room websites to download revised bid documents when addendums, amendments, or clarifications are posted.

Complete estimating tasks during a “crunched” time frame to meet client deadlines.

Mark up drawings and documents using Bluebeam Revu 2016 to provide detail notes in RFI format.

Assist in developing the electrical scope letter that will become the final electrical proposal.

Coordinate with Engineers on BIM layouts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Team-oriented mindset to assist colleagues and meet deadlines.

Proactive in asking questions to team members or management when uncertain.

Ability to communicate difficult or sensitive information tactfully.

Familiarity with Internet, Intranet, Extranet, and client/server structures.

Knowledge of Estimating Software – AccuBid Enterprise & LiveCount Plan Viewer.

Knowledge of different types of building construction, materials, and methods.

Knowledge of building codes and electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other related codes.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.

Problem-solving skills.

Ability to multi-task.

Strong organizational skills.

Professional interaction with customers and co-workers.

General understanding of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Attention to detail.

Education / Experience / Licensing

Must have 4+ years of experience as an Electrical Construction Estimator.

Residential & Commercial experience a plus.

Seniority Level Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Software Development

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