Senior Electrical Estimator

Overview

Provide and/or coordinate full estimating services on all projects including large, complex electrical projects. Mentor junior estimators.

• Coordinate and lead total estimating effort relevant to bid or project.
• Provide complete conceptual and final estimating input on complex projects.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine scope of work and required contents of project estimate.
• Utilize and understand historical data from estimate, purchase orders, subcontractors, productivity analysis reports, etc., as part of risk management.
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff for scope of work using Con Est (Intellibid) estimating software.
• Interpret and/or fill in scope gaps when drawings or design is unfinished. Seek assistance from Engineering when required. When approved by Chief Estimator or Preconstruction Manager.
• Identify any unique quality control provisions or safety requirements for the project and incorporate related costs into bid.
• Identify any schedule requirements for the project and incorporate related costs into bid.
• Ascertain any risks related to the project to guarantee that provisions are made for those risks and incorporate related cost into bid.
• Incorporate project information, qualifications, clarifications, and exclusions into standard proposal letter template for final execution with preconstruction team.
• Develop final estimate summary sheet and coordinate with Chief/Estimating Manager to finalize related items including general conditions worksheet.
• Do what it takes to ensure that estimates are complete, well-organized and ready for review before the given deadline, including scheduling and leading plan review meetings at least 36 hours prior to bid date.
• Maintain files of working documents as backups. Coordinate with the field operations team on successful bids to provide a thorough transition to the project team.
• Follow awarded contracts, as assigned – may include estimating additional work items, change orders, procuring material, etc.
• Provide leadership and mentor junior estimators and other members of the Preconstruction group.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
• Confirm compliance and accuracy of all vendor quotes with scope of work and specifications.
• Maintain and update vendor call list.
• Develop, maintain, and submit a conformed set of drawings and documents to operations for secured projects.
• Review estimating book with Chief Estimator prior to turnover. Make two copies for turnover and provide electronic copy of book contents.
• Execute Spec Review Form for all bidding projects.

• Successful track record estimating and negotiating large, complex projects.
• Thorough knowledge of company procedures, estimating techniques, Con Est or applicable estimating software, cost control systems and accounts.
• Ability to successfully coordinate and supervise group work effort.
• Superior technical, analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge and understanding of current NEC chapters 1 thru 4.

• 8-10 years estimating, cost control and/or engineering experience related to mechanical or electrical construction.

The Brandt Companies were created under the leadership of Barry Moore and Mark Zilbermann in an ever-expanding quest to provide our clients with on-time, in-budget construction service, complete commissioning assistance, and long-term facilities maintenance. We expanded into HVAC service and full-service MEP operations. In the 2010s, Brandt established the industrial division focusing directly on the unique needs of industrial clients. Expanding on the growing industrial market, Brandt acquired Hilbig Services in 2018.

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In 2022, Brandt was acquired by Southland Industries. This acquisition aligned with Brandt’s goal to become a truly national company that can better serve our customers, increase our industry influence towards more collaborative delivery approaches, and create additional opportunities for our employees.

With offices in all of the major Texas cities and over $700 million in annual…