Job Description
We are a leading Silicon Valley electrical contractor with an immediate opening for a Senior Electrical Estimator. The ideal candidate has a background in electrical construction with a strong understanding of the entire bid process. This is a dynamic, hands-on position where you will oversee the bidding process for multi-family residential projects, including apartments, schools, and hospitals while mentoring a small team of estimators.
Responsibilities:
Read and interpret plans, scope of work, and bid documents for electrical projects, primarily focusing on multi-family homes and apartment complexes, (open to candidates with bckg in schools and hospitals)
Prepare onscreen takeoffs and provide accurate pricing/breakdowns for electrical systems.
Independently produce high-quality, detailed, and accurate estimates for electrical construction projects.
Provide breakouts, clarifications, and additional pricing as needed to ensure clarity and accuracy in bids.
Manage the quotation/bidding process, maintain bid logs, job calendars, and project job folders.
Oversee the design stage of design/build projects, ensuring that all estimates align with project specifications and timelines.
Manage a small team (2-3 estimators), providing guidance and oversight to ensure high standards of work.
Transition projects awarded to the General Manager and/or Project Managers to ensure smooth project initiation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers and stakeholders.
Proactively seek out new bidding opportunities and expand the customer base through networking and business development.
Develop and train junior estimators to help grow the team and ensure accurate estimates.
Occasional local travel to project sites to assess scope of work and gather on-site information.
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
The ideal candidate has a background in electrical construction with a strong understanding of the entire bid process. This is a dynamic, hands-on position where you will oversee the bidding process for multi-family residential projects, including apartments, schools, and hospitals while mentoring a small team of estimators.
Education:
No Degree Required
Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in electrical estimating, with a focus on multi-family homes, apartment complexes, schools, or hospitals.
Solid understanding of pricing, bidding, and electrical construction methods.
Familiarity with Accubid and Live Count software is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Immediate Need
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
key responsibilities
Read and interpret plans, scope of work, and bid documents for electrical projects, primarily focusing on multi-family homes and apartment complexes, (open to candidates with bckg in schools and hospitals)Prepare onscreen takeoffs and provide accurate pricing/breakdowns for electrical systems.Independently produce high-quality, detailed, and accurate estimates for electrical construction projects.Provide breakouts, clarifications, and additional pricing as needed to ensure clarity and accuracy in bids.Manage the quotation/bidding process, maintain bid logs, job calendars, and project job folders.Oversee the design stage of design/build projects, ensuring that all estimates align with project specifications and timelines.Manage a small team (2-3 estimators), providing guidance and oversight to ensure high standards of work.Transition projects awarded to the General Manager and/or Project Managers to ensure smooth project initiation.Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers and stakeholders.Proactively seek out new bidding opportunities and expand the customer base through networking and business development.Develop and train junior estimators to help grow the team and ensure accurate estimates.Occasional local travel to project sites to assess scope of work and gather on-site information.
experience
4-7 years
skills
The ideal candidate has a background in electrical construction with a strong understanding of the entire bid process. This is a dynamic, hands-on position where you will oversee the bidding process for multi-family residential projects, including apartments, schools, and hospitals while mentoring a small team of estimators.
qualifications
5+ years of experience in electrical estimating, with a focus on multi-family homes, apartment complexes, schools, or hospitals.Solid understanding of pricing, bidding, and electrical construction methods.Familiarity with Accubid and Live Count software is a plus.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
education
No Degree Required Spherion
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Temporary work, For contractors, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start,