Senior Electrical Estimator - New Jersey
Job Title: Senior Electrical Estimator
Location: New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to join their team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in electrical power and lighting systems, medium voltage substation and distribution, and experience in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, hospitals, and data centers. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the company's goals and may also assist project management on select projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop accurate estimates and proposals for electrical power and lighting systems.
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs and assign material and labor values.
- Source vendor pricing for specialty materials, equipment, and systems.
- Participate in lead estimate reviews and track cost trends and forecasts.
- Evaluate subcontractor and vendor scopes and pricing.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing contract scope changes and field-related change orders.
- Collaborate in project kick-off and turnover meetings.
- Occasionally commute to field locations as needed.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and on-site attendance.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in estimating electrical construction projects.
- Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited institution preferred.
- Proven expertise in electrical power and lighting systems, with a focus on medium voltage substation and distribution.
- Industry experience in pharmaceuticals, hospitals, and/or data centers is highly desirable.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
- Experience with both hard-bid and conceptual estimating.
- Familiarity with ConEst estimating software is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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