Estimator - Industrial
M.J. Electric, LLC, Crown Point, IN, United States
Estimator
Locations considered:
Iron Mountain, MI | Evergreen Park, IL | Minooka, IL | Crown Point, IN | Grand Haven, MI
About this Role – Estimator
We are looking for a talented Estimator that has a passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for leading the development of technical scope of work and independently develop cost estimates and resource requirements for industrial and commercial electrical construction projects nationwide.
What You’ll Do
Assist with the request for proposal preparation and evaluations, project specifications, and pricing schedules
Prepare pre-approval project estimates based on limited information and general scopes of work, often lacking specific precedence
Assist project team in scoping of projects for engineering, construction, and contractual requirements
Develop detailed post-approval project estimates based on company standards and site‑specific facility drawings
Perform material take‑offs and cost analyses to support estimates
Assist with the development of pricing schedules and weighting criteria for proposal evaluations
Assist with the development and maintenance of items and assemblies in estimating software
Provide expert judgment of costs to support competitive bid and negotiated contracts
Assist with the development of standardized historical cost databases and application tools to aid future estimates
Provide oversight, coordination, management support and technical expertise for all aspects of electrical construction projects in the Industrial and Commercial markets
Review plans, specifications, drawings to determine the cost of the project
Analyze time, equipment, tooling, material and manpower requirements for each project
Perform material takeoffs and develop a written estimate of cost to perform the work according to the specifications
Provide Operations with a detailed cost estimate, corresponding proposal letter and bid form breakout for transition of ownership of the project
Interface with customers, vendors and subcontractors to determine the cost of the project
Gather information to determine subcontractor and vendor suitability and aggressively gain the best pricing
Exercise significant independent discretion in developing project estimates and applying "mark‑up" and "labor factors"
Visit customer field locations as required to ascertain project conditions
Attend pre and post bid meetings as required and be able to effectively present information to clients to sell our projects
Select pool of potential subcontractors and equipment vendors to solicit their proposals
Analyze special safety and code requirements on all projects
Work as part of an integrated Operations and Estimating team in acquiring projects
Properly turns over bid documents to Operations in a timely manner
What You’ll Bring
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs
Proven communication, organizational and persuasive interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficient in the use of Excel
Knowledge of Accubid or other estimating software programs
Knowledge of industrial or commercial markets helpful
BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience (Preferred).
5-10 years of estimating, project management or field related experience in the industrial and commercial electrical construction industry (Preferred)
What You’ll Get
401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
Paid Holidays and PTO
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
Employee Discounts
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
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Locations considered:
Iron Mountain, MI | Evergreen Park, IL | Minooka, IL | Crown Point, IN | Grand Haven, MI
About this Role – Estimator
We are looking for a talented Estimator that has a passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for leading the development of technical scope of work and independently develop cost estimates and resource requirements for industrial and commercial electrical construction projects nationwide.
What You’ll Do
Assist with the request for proposal preparation and evaluations, project specifications, and pricing schedules
Prepare pre-approval project estimates based on limited information and general scopes of work, often lacking specific precedence
Assist project team in scoping of projects for engineering, construction, and contractual requirements
Develop detailed post-approval project estimates based on company standards and site‑specific facility drawings
Perform material take‑offs and cost analyses to support estimates
Assist with the development of pricing schedules and weighting criteria for proposal evaluations
Assist with the development and maintenance of items and assemblies in estimating software
Provide expert judgment of costs to support competitive bid and negotiated contracts
Assist with the development of standardized historical cost databases and application tools to aid future estimates
Provide oversight, coordination, management support and technical expertise for all aspects of electrical construction projects in the Industrial and Commercial markets
Review plans, specifications, drawings to determine the cost of the project
Analyze time, equipment, tooling, material and manpower requirements for each project
Perform material takeoffs and develop a written estimate of cost to perform the work according to the specifications
Provide Operations with a detailed cost estimate, corresponding proposal letter and bid form breakout for transition of ownership of the project
Interface with customers, vendors and subcontractors to determine the cost of the project
Gather information to determine subcontractor and vendor suitability and aggressively gain the best pricing
Exercise significant independent discretion in developing project estimates and applying "mark‑up" and "labor factors"
Visit customer field locations as required to ascertain project conditions
Attend pre and post bid meetings as required and be able to effectively present information to clients to sell our projects
Select pool of potential subcontractors and equipment vendors to solicit their proposals
Analyze special safety and code requirements on all projects
Work as part of an integrated Operations and Estimating team in acquiring projects
Properly turns over bid documents to Operations in a timely manner
What You’ll Bring
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs
Proven communication, organizational and persuasive interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficient in the use of Excel
Knowledge of Accubid or other estimating software programs
Knowledge of industrial or commercial markets helpful
BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience (Preferred).
5-10 years of estimating, project management or field related experience in the industrial and commercial electrical construction industry (Preferred)
What You’ll Get
401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
Paid Holidays and PTO
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
Employee Discounts
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
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