Estimator - Electric Power Construction

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description: Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a

well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With

headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in the states of

Colorado, Florida, and Ohio. Hooper provides a wide range of services to

support commercial and residential clients. Our new facility is located

on 50 acres of rolling topography and woodland areas that create a warm

and welcoming aesthetic to the campus. A few highlights of the office

building include a bright comfortable work environment, a caf with a

staff kitchen, access to an outdoor terrace, and a fitness room with

availability to a personal trainer. In addition, Hooper provides

competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health,

Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO),

9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage. General Summary:

Responsible for estimating assigned \"Electric Power\" projects (e.g.

T&D Powerlines and Substations) and the upkeep of estimating systems.

Principal Accountabilities: Develops a bid schedule in consultation with

Department Head. Responsible for procuring and returning plans for

projects to estimate. Prepares project estimates in a timely manner by

engaging in detailed and accurate plan take-off, and solicitation of

appropriate material, equipment and sub-contractor pricing. Updates

material pricing and labor rates on regular intervals to reflect recent

changes. Responsible for maintaining the estimating system, including

software. Prices change orders on large projects. Evaluates bid results

to track pricing levels. Upkeeps project bid database for future

reference. Evaluates completed job costs against estimated budgeted

costs to aid in future estimating. Develops \"rules of thumb\"

estimating techniques and criteria for budget estimating. Other general

tasks at the request of the department head. Attendance at departmental

meetings and social functions is required. Requirements: Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities Required: Minimum two years technical education in

the engineering field, construction management coursework or completion

of apprenticeship in a respective discipline. Prior estimating

experience in the plumbing / piping industry preferred. Analytical and

problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written

communication skills. General computer skills required with a good

working knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook and a good

understanding of CAD/BIM drawings. Comfortable with a wide range of

project budgets and estimating 120 - 200 estimates per year based on

size. Works in a normal office environment and makes site visits when

necessary, requiring driving a personal vehicle. When in the office,

regularly work from a sitting or standing position with a computer.

Repetitive typing and computer use required. Regular bending, twisting,

and light lifting are common, and the ability to climb up and down

ladders and steps on site is required with or without reasonable

accommodation. Visits construction site in all kinds of weather to

survey site conditions. Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative

action employer. This company considers candidates regardless of age,

color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected

veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other

status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. PI273324355

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