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Design/Build Estimator II
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Job Details
Job LocationRex Moore - Sacramento - Sacramento, CA
Position TypeFull Time
Salary Range$72,700.00 - $112,400.00
Travel PercentageNegligible
Job ShiftDay
Description
WORK ENVIRONMENT:A Design Build Estimator's work environment is demanding and fast paced. In this position one will be required to conceptually develop a project from its schematic phase and follow it through to its completion. This positions work environment will include:Mining and Identifying Potential Opportunities, new projects and new customersDriving to job site locations or client's offices on a moment's noticeMaking pivotal decisions on the spot information regarding pricing, electrical code, and designField/Job Site meetings are somewhat frequent with owners, Architects, and General ContractorsThe work environment is fast paced and requires the ability to multi-task. A project deadline may require an individual to work extended hours to complete. We have high expectations and tight deadlines.You may be required to fill in or pick up where other teammates have left due to illness, emergency or reassigned priorityA strong commitment to Rex Moore and its Vision, Values, Purpose and Mission must be prevalent in this position. A Design-Build Estimator represents the face and personality of Rex Moore in many situations and this should not be underestimated. Time communicating on the phone or via email with an internal or external client is extensive thus strong communication skills are required. A Design-Build Estimator is held accountable for all estimates from award to project closeout. You will receive input from many departments of Rex Moore and it will be your responsibility to determine how this information should be interpreted and utilized. Rex Moore wants team members with strong communications skills, a collaborative mindset and who knows how to have fun.DESCRIPTION:Essential responsibilities:
Design and Estimate electrical projects, from conceptual architectural plans in order to negotiate/bid new electrical & telecommunications for work for Rex Moore Electrical Contractors and EngineersNegotiate various types of electrical work with existing and new clients. This can be accomplished via phone, e-mail, or personal office visits which are the preferred method.Once a project is awarded it is the Design Build Estimators responsibility to communicate the project design requirements to the engineering team and attend design meetings with the engineer, project manager and/or client.Work with other departments (Engineering, Estimating, and Production) to ensure the project is engineered, estimated, and built smoothly and that all the essential players have the tools to be successful.Communicate with other departments such as Engineering, Estimating, Production and Accounting in order to provide a complete and competitive bid.Follow up calls to clients, to negotiate past estimated projects or future work.Follow up on all proposals and determine how RMECE faired and document all findingsMaintain existing client relations as well as develop new customer relationsWork within a Team environmentCoordinate proper turnover between Design Build and Engineering and then from Engineering to Estimating and then finally from Estimating to Production. Obtain construction feedback during and at the end of the project from all departments to determine what changes need to be implemented on the next project.Field/Job site meetings, with owners and owners reps, to sell us (Rex Moore)Review, analyze and discuss labor rates and wages with Human Resources and other Design Build EstimatorsReview, analyze and discuss project designs with the Engineering departmentPerform multiple estimates at one timeDevelop and analyze electrical equipment "vendor" bid packagesDevelop strong relationships with vendorsRemain current with the latest city, state, and national codes and by-lawsDevelop bid clarifications and value engineering submittalsDiscuss the approach of a project with Rex Moore personnel who deal with a particular client.Request, review and analyze Telecom QuotationsReview all estimates with at least one other team member to ensure mistakes are not madeEncompass and fully understand all aspects of each projects scope of workDetermine unit pricing for each project based on past experience with the client and historical dataAttend Client functionsSecondary responsibilities:
Cold calls to create more work for the current and future backlogs.Assist in creating and implementing marketing tools and database in order to maintain current clients and create new relationships.Attend Monday Morning Department MeetingsAttend project closeoutsCreate Marketing brochures for high profile projects and review with supervisorWork with other departments to assist in selling new or existing projectsClient involvement (Holiday parties, golf tournaments, and lunches)Help develop new unit prices and updates to existing pricingAssist in training Design Build Estimator 1Attend Code Review CoursesAttend Lighting Review CoursesAttend Lunch and Learn venues to gain knowledge on new electrical productsAttend construction related functions where a representative from Rex Moore will be beneficialAssist in development of new design build processesAssist in the creation and maintenance of the customer database.Review, analyze and discuss "hard-bid" estimates with the Estimating departmentRemain current with the latest technology in electrical construction and equipmentPreferred:
Hands on construction experienceGeneral Understanding of foot-candle levels and how they apply to various structuresGeneral Understanding of HVAC loads on a building and how they differ from various facilitiesBe able to determine the average number of watts per square foot used for various facilitiesProficient in MS PowerPointElectrical Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineers License in the state of CaliforniaComputer based estimating program knowledge (Accubid, Conest, McComick)Be able to analyze the current construction market and cyclesREPORTING STRUCTURE:This position reports directly to the Engineering Director
CAREER ADVANCEMENT:Career advancement at Rex Moore is possible with all positions, but not guaranteed, and could be within the current department as well as other departments within the company.
LOCATION:Rex Moore has branch offices located in Sacramento, Fresno CA and Reno, NV.
COMPENSATION:Rex Moore pays hourly/salary rates commensurate with each employee's knowledge, experience and skill level.
EOE
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:Must have:
Knowledge of electrical installation methodsConceptual estimating abilitiesGeneral Product knowledge.General Product installation knowledge.Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for typical commercial and residential constructionPast experience in an Electrical Construction/Consulting companyMath skills, and problem solving ability.Proficient in navigation within MS Windows current editionProficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelTyping Skills (Hunting and Pecking is not considered typing skills)Strong Math Skills (Algebraic, Geometric, and Trigonometric)General Computer LiteracyHow to develop a One-Line diagrams and load calculations using the NECBe able to read electrical, mechanical, structural, and architectural plansStrong Communication, Networking, and Negotiating SkillsStrong Sales and Marketing SkillsStrong Presentation SkillsStrong Organizational skillsTeam Player (Get along well with others)Knowledge of other trades involvement and responsibilities in construction.Understanding of Electrical TheoryConstruction knowledge and experience
EOE
Job LocationRex Moore - Sacramento - Sacramento, CA
Position TypeFull Time
Salary Range$72,700.00 - $112,400.00
Travel PercentageNegligible
Job ShiftDay
Description
WORK ENVIRONMENT:A Design Build Estimator's work environment is demanding and fast paced. In this position one will be required to conceptually develop a project from its schematic phase and follow it through to its completion. This positions work environment will include:Mining and Identifying Potential Opportunities, new projects and new customersDriving to job site locations or client's offices on a moment's noticeMaking pivotal decisions on the spot information regarding pricing, electrical code, and designField/Job Site meetings are somewhat frequent with owners, Architects, and General ContractorsThe work environment is fast paced and requires the ability to multi-task. A project deadline may require an individual to work extended hours to complete. We have high expectations and tight deadlines.You may be required to fill in or pick up where other teammates have left due to illness, emergency or reassigned priorityA strong commitment to Rex Moore and its Vision, Values, Purpose and Mission must be prevalent in this position. A Design-Build Estimator represents the face and personality of Rex Moore in many situations and this should not be underestimated. Time communicating on the phone or via email with an internal or external client is extensive thus strong communication skills are required. A Design-Build Estimator is held accountable for all estimates from award to project closeout. You will receive input from many departments of Rex Moore and it will be your responsibility to determine how this information should be interpreted and utilized. Rex Moore wants team members with strong communications skills, a collaborative mindset and who knows how to have fun.DESCRIPTION:Essential responsibilities:
Design and Estimate electrical projects, from conceptual architectural plans in order to negotiate/bid new electrical & telecommunications for work for Rex Moore Electrical Contractors and EngineersNegotiate various types of electrical work with existing and new clients. This can be accomplished via phone, e-mail, or personal office visits which are the preferred method.Once a project is awarded it is the Design Build Estimators responsibility to communicate the project design requirements to the engineering team and attend design meetings with the engineer, project manager and/or client.Work with other departments (Engineering, Estimating, and Production) to ensure the project is engineered, estimated, and built smoothly and that all the essential players have the tools to be successful.Communicate with other departments such as Engineering, Estimating, Production and Accounting in order to provide a complete and competitive bid.Follow up calls to clients, to negotiate past estimated projects or future work.Follow up on all proposals and determine how RMECE faired and document all findingsMaintain existing client relations as well as develop new customer relationsWork within a Team environmentCoordinate proper turnover between Design Build and Engineering and then from Engineering to Estimating and then finally from Estimating to Production. Obtain construction feedback during and at the end of the project from all departments to determine what changes need to be implemented on the next project.Field/Job site meetings, with owners and owners reps, to sell us (Rex Moore)Review, analyze and discuss labor rates and wages with Human Resources and other Design Build EstimatorsReview, analyze and discuss project designs with the Engineering departmentPerform multiple estimates at one timeDevelop and analyze electrical equipment "vendor" bid packagesDevelop strong relationships with vendorsRemain current with the latest city, state, and national codes and by-lawsDevelop bid clarifications and value engineering submittalsDiscuss the approach of a project with Rex Moore personnel who deal with a particular client.Request, review and analyze Telecom QuotationsReview all estimates with at least one other team member to ensure mistakes are not madeEncompass and fully understand all aspects of each projects scope of workDetermine unit pricing for each project based on past experience with the client and historical dataAttend Client functionsSecondary responsibilities:
Cold calls to create more work for the current and future backlogs.Assist in creating and implementing marketing tools and database in order to maintain current clients and create new relationships.Attend Monday Morning Department MeetingsAttend project closeoutsCreate Marketing brochures for high profile projects and review with supervisorWork with other departments to assist in selling new or existing projectsClient involvement (Holiday parties, golf tournaments, and lunches)Help develop new unit prices and updates to existing pricingAssist in training Design Build Estimator 1Attend Code Review CoursesAttend Lighting Review CoursesAttend Lunch and Learn venues to gain knowledge on new electrical productsAttend construction related functions where a representative from Rex Moore will be beneficialAssist in development of new design build processesAssist in the creation and maintenance of the customer database.Review, analyze and discuss "hard-bid" estimates with the Estimating departmentRemain current with the latest technology in electrical construction and equipmentPreferred:
Hands on construction experienceGeneral Understanding of foot-candle levels and how they apply to various structuresGeneral Understanding of HVAC loads on a building and how they differ from various facilitiesBe able to determine the average number of watts per square foot used for various facilitiesProficient in MS PowerPointElectrical Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineers License in the state of CaliforniaComputer based estimating program knowledge (Accubid, Conest, McComick)Be able to analyze the current construction market and cyclesREPORTING STRUCTURE:This position reports directly to the Engineering Director
CAREER ADVANCEMENT:Career advancement at Rex Moore is possible with all positions, but not guaranteed, and could be within the current department as well as other departments within the company.
LOCATION:Rex Moore has branch offices located in Sacramento, Fresno CA and Reno, NV.
COMPENSATION:Rex Moore pays hourly/salary rates commensurate with each employee's knowledge, experience and skill level.
EOE
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:Must have:
Knowledge of electrical installation methodsConceptual estimating abilitiesGeneral Product knowledge.General Product installation knowledge.Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for typical commercial and residential constructionPast experience in an Electrical Construction/Consulting companyMath skills, and problem solving ability.Proficient in navigation within MS Windows current editionProficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelTyping Skills (Hunting and Pecking is not considered typing skills)Strong Math Skills (Algebraic, Geometric, and Trigonometric)General Computer LiteracyHow to develop a One-Line diagrams and load calculations using the NECBe able to read electrical, mechanical, structural, and architectural plansStrong Communication, Networking, and Negotiating SkillsStrong Sales and Marketing SkillsStrong Presentation SkillsStrong Organizational skillsTeam Player (Get along well with others)Knowledge of other trades involvement and responsibilities in construction.Understanding of Electrical TheoryConstruction knowledge and experience
EOE