Estimator - NEXT
NEXT Electric, LLC
NEXT Electric, LLC seeking full-time Electrical Estimator in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Job Summary
Estimating
+ Prepare complete cost estimates for all types of electrical projects.
+ Understand/monitor program of work to ensure estimates are completed prior to deadlines.
+ Schedule/attend field walk-through with customer, subcontractor and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements.
+ Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency.
+ Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders.
+ Follow-up at end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process.
+ Prepare work to be estimated: gathering proposals, drawings, specifications and related documents.
+ Consult with customers and project managers to gather information to prepare estimates.
+ Obtain bids from vendors and components to ensure accuracy and completeness.
+ Attend job site walkthroughs as necessary.
Project Management
+ Prepare project construction schedules.
+ Submit Request for Information to clients.
+ Review and monitor job costs versus budgets.
+ Keep emphasis on the client by developing an understanding of the client’s culture, key people and processes.
+ Assist construction personnel throughout the project life-cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate.
+ Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders.
Qualifications
+ 3 or more years’ related experience or equivalent education, technical training and experience.
+ Accubid/LiveCount and/or Construction Environment experience a plus.
+ Proficient PC and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word) skills.
+ Strong mathematical skills.
+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
+ Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
+ Communication - Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of mediums.
+ Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
+ Time Management: Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
+ Strong mathematical skills.
+ Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles, and drug-test as may be required per federal or client contract, or DOT policy.
Company Overview: NEXT Electric, LLC, a partially-owned subsidiary of IES Commercial, Inc. - Commercial & Industrial Division of IES Holdings, Inc. (“IES”) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it.
Benefits: A comprehensive suite of benefits are offered to all eligible employees and their families, including flexible medical/dental/vision options, life and disability insurance, paid leave, 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, supplemental insurance options, discount programs, and competitive pay.
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