Job Description

Job Title: Senior Commercial Electrical Estimator

Location: Reston, VA

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Hours: 8AM-5PM

Pay Range: $80K-120K

Company Overview: Contemporary Electrical Services is a leading firm in the commercial electrical contracting industry since 1989 and is a IBEW Local 26/NECA contractor. Commitment and quality to our customers is what sets CES apart. Reliability in precision and excellence has earned us the trust of our clients.

Position overview: We are seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Estimator to join our growing team and contribute their expertise to large-scale projects while helping to train and mentor others. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical estimating and a proven ability to manage projects from takeoff to final pricing. This position will be part of an estimating team, reporting to the CEO and having other estimators report to you.

Job roles/ responsibilities:

· Perform quantitative takeoff of construction drawings and documents

· Prepare detailed bids and proposals in coordination with Project Managers and leadership

· Work with the estimating team and Project Managers to understand project requirements

· Assist Project Managers in reviewing revised project documents to prepare change orders for our customers

· Project size ranges from small service to $50 million jobs

· Train and mentor junior estimators and staff in Accubid software and best practices

· Communicate with customers as required

· Estimating team is expected to complete a minimum of 25 bids/week or 5/day as a whole

· Turnaround times is dependent based on client needs and varies

· Manage bid list once bid list is established

· Strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and construction practices

Skills Qualifications:

· High School diploma required

· 5-10 years of experience as a commercial electrical estimator, preferably in a union environment

· Proficiency with Accubid estimating software is required

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents

· Knowledge and functional use of Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint)

· Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

· Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

· Experience mentoring or training team members is a plus

· Ability to work well with others

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits:

· Competitive salary and compensation packages

· Company Cell Phone

· Participation in company profit sharing plan.

· Annual bonus program at discretion of ownership based upon performance and achievement.

· PTO/ Vacation/ Family Leave

· Full Health, Dental, and Vision coverage provide at no cost to the employee for you and your family.

Contemporary Electrical Services is an equal-opportunity employer including disability and protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

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