Project Manager/Estimator | Electrical Construction | Employer Paid Health Insurance
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Overview
Job Description
About us: Rocky Mountain Electric (RME) is a second-generation, family-owned electrical contracting firm based in Boise, Idaho, with a branch in Salt Lake City, Utah. Since 1978 RME has set the standard for electrical construction, electrical service and maintenance. Our customer-centric approach is second to none as is our expertise and enthusiasm for what we do. Consistently working in Idaho, Utah and Oregon, RME is an established leader in all phases of construction, maintenance and service. RME is a family company with family values. Our team is made up of a unique dynamic of knowledge, focus, experience, and skills. We offer decades of experience mixed with youth and enthusiasm, and a tireless work ethic. If you’re interested in working with a group of talented individuals in the electrical contracting field, we would love you to join our team!
Employee Benefits Include (some benefits are subject to employee contribution):
- 100% Company Paid Health Insurance for Employee and Family (HSA option available)
- 100% Company Paid Dental Insurance
- 100% Company Paid Vision Insurance
- 100% Company Paid Group Short-Term Disability
- 100% Company Paid Group Life Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options (Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Life Insurance)
- 401(k) Retirement with a 5% company match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Competitive Wages
- Future Advancement Opportunities
- Positive Team and Skill Enhancing Atmosphere
- Professional Development Training
- A family. This is on the list because it’s most important. We care about our team and expect you to bring that same care when you join our team. We do more than just work together. You’ll come to love our company outings and you’ll build life-long friendships.
Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Project Estimator to join our growing electrical contracting team. The Project Estimator is responsible for deciding the projected time frame needed to complete a project and additional factors such as labor needs, materials, budgets and potential setbacks. The Project Estimator analyzes project plans and specifications and collaborates with contractors, vendors, accountants and operations personnel to provide the most accurate and comprehensive financial and budget analysis to support successful project execution.Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
- Analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other contract documents to determine the overall project scope and project requirements
- Review bid requirements for projects ensuring all aspects of the project are documented and accounted for
- Prepare accurate cost estimates, including labor hours, material pricing, and subcontractor costs
- Identify potential risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving measures
- Researching, sourcing, negotiating and obtaining best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
- Identify, manage, and maintain relationships with subcontractors, ensuring bids are completed in a timely manner, thoroughly, and accurately
- Identify and submit required project documentation and notify other departments
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed
- Prepare and submit bid proposals and supporting documentation
- Collaborate with project managers and field leadership during preconstruction and handoff
- Maintain organized estimate files, bid logs, and historical cost data
- Track bid results and analyze performance to improve future estimates
Competencies:
- Self-starter, highly motivated to bring results and success to projects
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documents
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Excellent verbal, written and collaborative communications abilities
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- College degree preferred but not required
- At least 5 years of project estimating experience required
- Experience working with estimating software programs (Ex. McCormick, EBM)
- Understand principles and methods of cost accounting, contracts, safety, project management, procurement, negotiating, design, applicable codes and regulations
- Ability to read blueprints and construction documents
- Ability to negotiate contract terms and conditions
- In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
- Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELECTRIC CORE VALUES:
*Willingness to Learn & Grow**Loyalty**Leadership**Expectation of Excellence**Professionalism*If you want to be part of something bigger than just a job – make this career move and find exactly what you’re looking for. You will work in a place where you will be appreciated by your team and customers, and where your work has a direct effect on the success of the company.Powered by JazzHR
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