Estimator (Electrical Commercial)

Electrical Estimator - Justin, TX 

Our Company: 

Knight Electric Inc. is a family owned, nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services. We are committed to delivering superior workmanship and client satisfaction. 

About this role:  

The addition of the electrical estimator position is an integral part of our continued growth. Our company focuses on the retail/commercial segment of the industry, both new construction and remodels. If you meet the requirements listed below and are looking for long term growth and a great culture. 

Location: Onsite 

This role will be located in Justin, TX, Monday-Friday during regular business hours. 

Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 annual compensation. 

Responsibilities: 

• Complete the estimated takeoff, using on-screen computer estimating, within time deadlines. 
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with vendors and customers 
• Review and evaluate project plans and specifications, bid documents, and other relevant documents to identify what is needed to create a bid proposal. 
• Time Management and Communication is a must in estimating. Fulfilling deadlines and able to communicate the information proposed to the customer. 
• Continuously follow up on all bid projects and accurately forecast future awards/probabilities. 
• Attend pre-bid or team scope review meetings and understand the complete scope of work required, with sometimes limited information. 
• Notify and send bid information to subcontractors and vendors for quotations on outsourced work. 
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. 
• Review vendors bill of materials and subcontractors scope letters for accuracy. 
• Complete change order estimates for awarded projects. 
• Work as a team with other estimators, company divisions, and departments within the company. 
• Attend estimating/sales meetings to discuss bid status, and present/solve problems. 
• Assist field operations with the estimate after bid award through project closeout. 
• Prepare a proposal letter, meet proposal due date schedules. 
• Analyze bids and propose value engineer cost saving ideas. 
• Provide leadership, direction, train, and mentor Junior Estimators and work well with all team members. 
• Properly transfer awarded projects to operations team and perform buyouts when necessary. 

Position Requirements: 

• At least 4+ years of estimating commercial electrical projects in similar types of construction as our core work – commercial new construction and remodels 
• Excellent communication skills with customers, vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, and owners 
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness 
• Full working knowledge and experience with Accubid software. 
• Thorough knowledge of the commercial electrical field and familiarity with materials and construction methods.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Programs (i.e., Excel, Word) and comfort with spreadsheets and computerized on-screen takeoff programs. 
• Knowledgeable of the N.E.C and local code 
• Produce accurate, timely, and competitive estimates with minimal data. 
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize. 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.