Emory Electric - Assistant Estimator

Emory Electric – Assistant Estimator

Emory Electric has been in business for more than 40 years and has joined with Ascension Property Services, a nationwide group of specialty trade contractors committed to serving with loyalty, consistency and expertise. Emory Electric is actively seeking qualified, reliable, self-starters to help support our growing customer base around South Carolina. If you are interested in joining a dynamic organization that strives to be the best at customer support and delivery, then we encourage you to apply.

Salary Range: $45-65K depending on experience

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Vacation
• Holidays
• Training and Safety Programs

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Estimating group with all aspects of estimating to gain a comprehensive understanding of project requirements.
• Ability to learn how read & understand drawings & specifications.
• Determine responsibility of a scope of work per drawings and specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of comprehensive bids and proposals, ensuring all cost elements are accurately reflected and presented professionally to clients.
• Ability to learn how to conduct online takeoffs to be submitted to electrical and alike vendors.
• Utilize company databases, historical data, and industry benchmarks to estimate costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services required for each project.
• Request quotes from vendors for materials.
• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, and coordinate delivery schedules to support project timelines and budget requirements.
• Maintain organized records of project estimates, bids, and related documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with clients, contractors and vendors.
• Ability to learn and understand the NEC National Electric Codes - educating yourself on updating electrical codes and products on the market.
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Field electrical experience.
• Must be a motivated individual, trustworthy and have excellent work habits.
• Trade/High School Education
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, and various computer skills.
• Ability to learn and use Accubid Estimating software
• A self-starter who is independently driven to succeed
• Aptitude for math
• Willingness to form relationships with customers
• Analytical and tactical thinking is a requirement
• Ability to become a team member

Physical and Other Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, bend, stoop.
• Must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds.

Employment Type:

• Full-Time
• 4.5-day work week preferred
• Highly competitive wages depending on skillset.

Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to full pre-employment background and drug screening.