Assistant Estimator - MDE Electric Company : Job Details

We are a leading Silicon Valley electrical contractor with an immediate opening for a Senior Electrical Estimator. The ideal candidate has a background in electrical construction with a strong understanding of the entire bid process.

JOB DESCRIPTION/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Read and interpret plans, scope of work, and bid documents
• Prepare onscreen takeoff offs
• Independently produce high quality, accurate estimates
• Provide breakouts, clarifications, and additional pricing as needed
• Manage design stage of design/build projects
• Manage the quotation/bidding process, maintain bid logs, job calendar, and project job folder
• Transition projects awarded to the General Manager and/or Project Managers
• Build relationships with our existing customer base
• Expand customer base and projects through networking and by proactively seeking out new bidding opportunities
• Develop and train junior estimators
• Other duties assigned as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years in estimating with experience from start to finish
• Solid understanding of pricing/bidding
• Knowledge of Accubid and Live Count software
• Microsoft Excel & Word proficiency a must
• Self-starter, able to multi-task
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Willing to learn and take on responsibility quickly
• Attention to detail and extremely organized
• Strong time management skills
• Previous electrical construction - a plus
• Construction Management Degree - a plus
• Valid CDL with a clean driving record (verified and approved by our insurance company)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A friendly work environment with a great work/life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Excellent comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• Paid vacation, personal and sick days
• 401(k) with match and Profit-Sharing program
• Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: Competitive pay, based on experience and qualifications

If you're looking for a great place to work and have a strong desire to grow professionally, please send us your resume! We look forward to hearing from you.

Benefit Conditions:

• 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment. 100% medical/dental/vision for you & your qualified family/dependents on gold & platinum-level plans

This is a Full-time, 100% in-office position.

Pay: $120,000-140,000/year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• construction: 3 years (Required)
• estimating: 3 years (Required)
• Excel: 3 years (Required)