About this role
THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL
Sciens Building Solutions seeks an Estimator with the ideal candidate being a driven individual who will play a key role in Sciens’ growth by developing and maintaining customer relationships, bidding projects accurately and on time, while developing comprehensive electrical estimates for multi-family, commercial, and federal projects.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)
• Manage the estimating lifecycle from beginning to end, including timelines, deadlines, and estimating packages. • Work within an estimating team on individual or team-based projects. • Coordinate total estimating efforts relevant to particular bid or project. • Develop and maintain customer relationships. • Meet Company budget volume and gross margin targets. • Provide complete conceptual and final estimating input on complex projects. • Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required content of project estimates. Perform necessary research to produce accurate, complete, and competitive pricing. • Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work using estimating software. • Reviewing all project requirements and specifications when preparing estimates and proposals. • Determine any risks related to the estimate and include in project proposals. • Ensure that estimates and proposals are complete, well-organized, and ready for review before the given deadline. • Prepare project proposals and participate in pre-bid review process where necessary. • Maintain files of working documents as back-ups. Coordinate with the field operations team on successful bids to provide a thorough transition to the project team. • Partner with our operations teams to properly transfer awarded projects. • Communicate with customers to properly define the project scope, address deficiencies, and negotiate pricing.
WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU
• Two to five years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industry. • Strong technical understanding of materials and methods used in the installation of construction projects. • Customer-focused, skilled in estimating and people management. • Ability to manage project bidding in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality. • Able to read blueprints, technical drawings, and diagrams; and follow specifications. • Able to work independently. • Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude. • Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software (Conest IntelliBid preferred). • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards. • Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening. • Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.
WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE
• Competitive salary based on qualifications. • Paid time off plan and holidays. • 401(k) matching. • Short term and long-term disability. • Medical, dental, and vision plans with options. • Life insurance. • Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle allowance. • Professional career development opportunities. • Tuition reimbursement.