Accurate Electrical Contractors Corp.
Job Description
Company Overview Founded in 2000, Accurate Electrical Contractors Corp.is one of the leading Local 363A union electrical contractors in New York City.Accurate specializes in commercial renovation projects in Midtown and Lower Manhattan, ranging from $50k to $2.5M, with a focus on office fit outs, retail spaces, restaurants, higher education and high-end residential.Headquartered on Staten Island, and licensed in the 5 boroughs & New Jersey, our team's impact is felt throughout the entire tri-state area! Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare bids from start to finish.This crucial position in the preconstruction process is responsible for collecting ITBs, performing takeoffs, procuring vendor quotes, assembling estimates, sending out proposals and following up with clients to help us land work.Full time, 40-hour work week, M-F, typically 8am-4:30pm.Fully on-site position (NO hybrid or remote work).Must be able to reliably commute to our Staten Island office located at 680 Sharrotts Road.This position includes an optional 401(k) plan through associate membership in United Service Workers Union (USWU) Local 363A, and while it does not include healthcare insurance, we can negotiate a plan if that is a deal breaker.Responsibilities Work on ITBs assigned to you by the Chief Estimator.Understand the project and all requirements detailed in the ITB, drawings and bid documents.Conduct a full and thorough takeoff of the drawings.Assemble estimates in EBM Vision software, ensuring accurate labor units, material costs, labor rates, markups and miscellaneous costs.Obtain and review offers and quotes by vendors or subcontractors.Generate detailed proposal letters outlining any inclusions and exclusions.Build relationships with clients to sell our services and receive feedback on bid proposals.Build relationships with key vendors (supply houses, subcontractors, etc.).Provide consultation during project kickoff meetings to aid planning and coordination of new projects.Qualifications (Please DO NOT APPLY if you do not meet these prerequisites) At least 5 years of previous experience as an Electrical Estimator on commercial projects ranging in size from $50k to $2.5M.Extensive knowledge of estimation formulas, methods and practices.Experience with EBM Vision (or a comparable estimating software such as Accubid).Proficient in blueprint reading, schematics interpretation, and electrical system designs.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.Thorough, reliable, highly organized, skilled at multi-tasking and thrives in working under deadlines.Collaborative team-player with a hunger and drive to help the close-knit estimating team succeed.Accurate Electrical Contractors Corp.is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.Job Type:Full-time Pay:$90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits:401(k) Paid time off Experience:Electrical Estimating:5 years (Required) Language:English (Required) Ability to Commute:Staten Island, NY 10309 (Required) Work Location:In person.