Estimator - Substation Services

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Position Overview:

The Estimator position provides effective estimating analysis to the affiliated division's estimating group through all aspects of the estimating life cycle. This position is accountable for the development and submission of detailed and accurate estimates, providing guidance/peer checks to other estimators, and supporting post-bid submission customer requirements.

Work with a close-knit, proactive team as you help drive the department's business goals. Not only will you learn and grow from other experienced Estimators, but you will also have the opportunity to mentor up-and-coming Associates. If you also value integrity, quality, and executing thorough precise work, this could be the perfect environment for you!

Location & Travel:

• Office assignment: Office environment preferred with flexibility to work from home when appropriate.
• Occasional travel as necessary to other offices or yard locations, trainings, and offsite meetings.
• Additional customer related travel may also be required at customer facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Abide by bid and project delivery process
• Work with the Estimating Project Administrator to upload project documents to ShareFile for vendors/subcontractors
• Review all contract documents to become familiar with project requirements and obligations under the contract and apply to pricing (schedule, specifications, drawings, safety manual, etc.), reviewing documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Work with the Estimating Project Administrator to submit RFIs for estimating questions by deadline
• Perform material take off
• Obtain vendor and subcontractor quotes and evaluate for completeness and best price for use in bid (Abide by our purchasing policy and ethics)
• Distribute qualification documents as required for the bid (MBE, WBE, experience, key individuals, etc.)
• Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Prepare and/or provide input for customer required deliverables (schedule, proposal letter, etc.)
• Prepare award documents for review to be submitted by deadline.
• Identify areas of importance (milestones, LDs, etc.) of a project and relay to PM and/or Regional Director.
• Identify possible change orders and relay to PM.
• Review purchase orders, subcontracts, and contracts for accuracy.
• Assure complete and thorough pre-construction planning and distribution of all documents in accordance with the project delivery process.
• Facilitate a scope review with the PM; assist construction personnel at the onset of the project life cycle in tracking and understanding basis and approach to the cost estimate.
• Attend pre-construction/project meetings.
• Attend a Post Construction Meeting at the end of the project to provide lessons learned in the estimating process.
• Participate in weekly estimating/level 10 meetings.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings.

Desired Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or other related field or comparable equivalent of education and work experience
• Five years or more related experience in Electric construction industry performing cost estimates and estimating knowledge of electrical industry.
• An acceptable combination of education and work experience, validating estimating skill level.
  

Other:

• Valid Driver's License required to operate company or personal vehicle for company business.
• Must be able to present acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorizations per the Federal I-9 requirement.

Desired:

• Knowledge of general construction practices.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code and NFPA 70E.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera a plus.

Why Work for IB Abel?

IB Abel's 110-year history is a testament to its adaptability, forward-thinking leadership, commitment to safety, and stellar service and project delivery process. Our core values-Responsible, Integrity, Results-Oriented, Ownership, and Professional-shape everything that we do at all levels of the company and are purposefully incorporated into all company communications, meetings, and strategic planning. Our use of the EOS model (Entrepreneurial Operating System) also provides structure and clarity among all levels of the company to maintain focus on our shared goals.

IB Abel is committed to providing ample learning and career development opportunities to its team members via our Associate's Program in Project Management, Estimating, and Accounting and our growing Learning Management System, Abel University.

What do We Offer?

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle allowance program
• Wellness services (including an EAP), incentives, and regular team-building activities
• Equipment necessary to successfully work from home, as appropriate
• A 401(k) with company matching
• Industry memberships and certification programs/career development opportunities, as well as our LMS
• Competitive salary and incentive plan
• A progressive and flexible PTO program that grows as your tenure grows with us!

It is the policy of I.B. Abel Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.