Estimator

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.