Senior Estimator (Electrical Commercial)

Electrical Estimator - Justin, TX or Remote/Hybrid 

Our Company: 
Knight Electric Inc. is a family owned, nationwide company offering a wide range of commercial lighting and electrical services. We are committed to delivering superior workmanship and client satisfaction. 

About this role:  
The addition of the electrical estimator position is an integral part of our continued growth. Our company focuses on the retail/commercial segment of the industry, both new construction and remodels. If you meet the requirements listed below and are looking for long-term growth and a great culture, apply today. 

Location: Onsite or Remote
This role can be remote with some travel to an office periodically for meetings or other. 
Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 annual compensation. 

Responsibilities: 

• Perform takeoffs using on-screen estimating software (Accubid Anywhere)
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors and customers 
• Review and evaluate project plans, specifications, schedules, and other bid documents to identify what is needed to complete an estimate.
• Exhibit good time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Prepare detailed proposals and engage clients post-bid to ensure accurate forecasting of potential awards.
• Attend pre-bid or team scope review meetings and understand the complete scope of work required, with sometimes limited information. 
• Notify and send bid information to subcontractors and vendors for quotations on select bid packages.
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. 
• Review vendors’ bills of materials and subcontractors’ scope letters for accuracy. 
• Complete change order estimates for awarded projects. 
• Work as a team with other estimators, company divisions, and departments within the company. 
• Attend estimating/sales meetings to discuss bid status, and present/solve problems. 
• Conduct project handoff meetings and field operations with the estimate after bid award through project closeout. 
• Analyze bids and propose value engineer cost-saving ideas. 
• Provide leadership, direction, training, and mentorship to Junior Estimators and work well with all team members. 

• At least 4+ years of estimating commercial electrical projects in similar types of construction as our core work – commercial new construction and remodels.
• Excellent communication skills with customers, vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, and owners.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
• Full working knowledge and experience with Accubid Anywhere software. 
• Thorough knowledge of the commercial electrical field and familiarity with materials and construction methods.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Excel, Word) and comfort with spreadsheets and computerized on-screen takeoff programs. 
• Knowledge of national, state, and local codes.
• Produce accurate, timely, and competitive estimates from bid packages. 
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize.