Job description
Mission Electric Company, a commercial electrical contracting firm based in Fremont, is currently seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our team.
We have built a solid reputation and have been providing clients with outstanding service for over 47 years. Integrity and quality workmanship are of the highest importance to us and we strive to set the example that others must follow.
What we’re looking for…
An individual with a strong work ethic, the desire to learn, and the determination necessary to compete in this business. The qualified candidate will have:
Minimum 8 years Commercial Electrical Estimating experience
Minimum 5 years of experience with electrical estimating software; Electrical Bid Manager and PlanSwift a plus.
Experience with design-build and hard bid projects in the $50K – $10MM range
Ability to prepare conceptual budgets for Design-Build projects
Ability to work with engineers and architects on Design-Build projects
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Carefully review all bid specifications and drawings
Define your true job costs; get project estimates as close to the final job costs as possible by examining current data and related details: location, timeline, project schedule, as well as current economic issues; supply chain, inflation, potential for delays
Prepare on-screen takeoffs and provide accurate pricing for electrical systems.
Improve analysis by activity, phase, or other project breakdown
Produce RFIs as required
Request supplier quotes for equipment and materials; review all supplier quotes for accuracy and compliance with specs/scope of the work
Draft proposal, carefully outlining inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications
Follow up with client 3-5 days after bid submission
Track bid win rate
Accurate and timely completion of takeoff and bid preparation for project change order requests.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Cooperative attitude displayed in working with managers and office personnel
Fluency in computerized estimating software (EBM and PlanSwift a plus), Microsoft Software (Word, Excel, and Outlook), and PDF Software (Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam)
Benefits:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with matching
Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave
Our office is conveniently located in Fremont with easy access from both 680 and 880.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to an environment of mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. We invite qualified, interested parties to submit their resume with work history and salary requirements.
Work Location: Fremont, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Electrical Estimating: 8 years (Required)
Electrical Estimating Software: 5 years (Required)
Electrical Bid Manager (EBM): 1 year (Preferred)
Planswift: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Fremont, CA 94538 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Fremont, CA 94538: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person