Electrical Estimator
This position is based out of our San Jose, CA office.
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible.
We're electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We're not just energizing infrastructure, we're energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it's an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the position
As an Estimator, you will prepare and coordinate electrical estimates for large, complex, and dynamic projects, you will make complete material surveys including most power and systems and interpret electrical drawings and specification requirements. Our Estimators play a key role in coordinating estimate take-offs and leading teams on some of the industry's most challenging projects.
Day in the life

• Perform material take-off responsibilities (complete for small projects; partial for major projects).
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
• Secure and review quotes from subcontractors and look to optimize labor efficiency.
• Attend and lead estimate review meetings, vendor meetings, and RFP proposal reviews.
• Work in partnership with Project Managers to determine general expenses, labor rates, and additional costs.
• Work with the Design department to build projects to ensure an accurate and constructible project.
• Utilize Bluebeam, Accubid, and other software to properly estimate projects, ensuring all estimates and RFPs are fulfilled to the customer and ArchKey's satisfaction.
• Stay informed of new electrical codes, technology, techniques, and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in construction management or related field.
• Minimum 1 year in electrical estimating, common code requirements, and design/build and plan/spec estimating.
• Excellent communication skills including high-quality documentation and report preparation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Must have extensive knowledge of electrical code.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as effectively as part of a team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.