What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at O'Connell Electric Company?
JUNIOR ESTIMATOR - COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION
O'Connell Electric's Estimators are responsible for producing comprehensive estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. Your primary responsibility will be to accurately assess project requirements, evaluate costs, and provide competitive bids to secure projects. Estimators collaborate closely with project managers and other electrical construction professionals to develop accurate and timely estimates and support the development of complete project proposals.
Core Responsibilities :
- Attend pre bid meetings with estimators or project managers.
- Assist estimators and senior estimators in reviewing project plans, specifications, and electrical drawings to understand project requirements.
- Collaborate with the estimating team to prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This includes estimating labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Utilize estimating software and tools under the guidance of estimators and senior estimators.
- Assist in obtaining quotes and pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Maintain organized records of estimates, proposals, and project-related documentation.
- Keep track of any changes or revisions to project plans and update estimates accordingly.
- Help create proposals for clients, including compiling cost breakdowns and assisting with proposal presentations.
- Assist in identifying potential risks associated with projects and work with senior estimators to propose risk mitigation strategies.
- Familiarize oneself with local, state, and national electrical codes, regulations, and industry standards.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure estimates are accurate and align with project goals.
- Communicate effectively within the estimating team and with other departments.
- Continuously learn and improve estimating skills through training, mentorship, and staying informed about industry trends.
Qualifications
Compensation
The minimum and maximum hourly rates that O'Connell Electric Company believes in good faith to be accurate for this position at the time of this posting is $22.00 - $28.00 per hour.
It is important to O'Connell Electric that potential candidates for this position understand that compensation depends on numerous factors including the geographic location where the role will be performed, skills required, experience, complexity, travel, and market rate. O'Connell Electric aims to reward performance and attract top talent with competitive, fair pay and benefits. Please note that the top of the salary range represents exceptional, and / or senior-level positions, that meets all required qualifications. Actual offers take candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience into account.
Equal Opportunity
O'Connell Electric is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. O'Connell Electric affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $22 - $28
