Electrical Estimator - Houston, TX

Schertz, Texas

Employer: Worldwide Recruitment Services - EOC
Industry: Construction
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Primary Functions: Prepare portions of contract proposal estimates for any discipline. Perform take-offs on systems, material and equipment according to applicable project plans and specifications.

Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Prepare proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and
    required contents of estimate.
  • Attend pre-bid meetings and/or tour job sites to confirm requisite take-offs.
  • Prepare estimates by calculating complete take-off of scope of work, using
    FastPIPE or FastDUCT or McCormick and/or ConEst(Intellibid) estimating software.
  • Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including
    information on pricing from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures,
    price lists, software uploads, etc.
  • Support other department personnel as required; may include preparing
    estimates in other disciplines.
  • May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost,
    engineering quality, or availability of materials.
  • May provide support to field operations regarding MEP estimates.
  • Understanding and interpretation of current NEC chapters 1 & 2.
  • Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.


    • Qualifications:
    • High school degree or equivalent; some technical training or advanced education preferred
    • At least 5 years estimating, controls and/or engineering experience related to mechanical construction
    • Proficiency with FastPIPE and/or FastDUCT or similar estimating software
    • Working knowledge of multiple disciplines, estimating techniques and cost control
    • Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
    • Ability to perform detailed work and successfully meet deadlines
    Created: 2024-08-22
    Reference: BH-38640
    Country: United States
    State: Texas
    City: Schertz

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