Electrical Estimator - Commerical in Des Moines, Iowa at Team Kline

Job Summary:
The Electrical Estimator (Commercial) is responsible for assessing project timelines, researching market prices for materials and equipment, and communicating with clients to define project scopes. The role also focuses on improving cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review project plans, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to determine project scope requirements.
• Analyze blueprints to determine wire lengths and appropriate outlet placements according to electrical codes.
• Identify the quantity, type, and cost of materials and fixtures needed for projects, as well as labor requirements.
• Assess the potential profitability of projects to assist management with bidding decisions.
• Provide actionable solutions to enhance project profitability
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and unit pricing.
• Ensure estimates comply with applicable building codes, project specifications, and company standards.
• Complete and submit competitive project bids in line with established guidelines.
• Evaluate labor and material costs to determine the feasibility of in-house construction versus subcontracting.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and oversee pre-con meetings with project managers and field foremen for effective project handoff.
• Assist in managing project change orders as needed.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, engineers, architects, general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Maintain ongoing communication with project managers and conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Commercial Electrical construction methods and industry practices.
• Ability to accurately interpret blueprints, specifications, and contract documents.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to delivery of high-quality customer service.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of Commercial Electrical Estimating experience required.
• Previous experience with Electrical estimating or project management preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency reading and interpreting drawings and specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
• Ability to occasionally walk on construction sites
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements associated with computer work

Project Assignments
Electrical estimators are typically assigned to a primary product line (commercial, multi-family, or residential) where they will perform the majority of their work. Employees may occasionally be assigned to work on projects outside of their primary product line to support operational needs, workforce planning, and project scheduling. Temporary changes in assignments do not constitute a change in job title or classification.