Senior Estimator Electrical Construction

Looking for a career where your technical expertise can truly shine? 

Join our dynamic team in the beautiful city of Santa Maria, CA! We're seeking a talented and experienced MEP Estimator to contribute to exciting projects and make a lasting impact.

As an MEP Estimator, you'll play a crucial role in the success of our projects by providing accurate cost estimates for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. You'll collaborate with a team of talented professionals and utilize advanced estimating software to ensure the highest quality work.

With your expertise and passion for MEP estimating, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career and make a difference in the Central Coast community. Join our team today and experience the excitement and rewards of working in the construction industry!

Supervises: None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as an Estimating Lead of all market types (mainly large-scale pursuits-Design/Build, Design Assist, GMP, P&S, Budgets, etc.).
• Act as a mentor by training and supporting other Estimating Assistants & Estimators in the department.
• Detail reports before & after bid time.
• Provide support to Project Managers for projects estimated & budgeted.
• Follow up on bids before, and after bid time. 
• Collaboration with other trade estimators & project managers for combined opportunities and pursuits.
• Assist with the project cost budgets and schedule of values. 
• Participate in estimating, bid conferences and job walks.
• Assist with change order estimating, compilation and negotiation. 
• Assist in the material and equipment buy outs on assigned projects. 
• Assist in the utilization and collaboration with support operations (Engineering, BIM/Detailing, Fab, Warehouse, Purchasing, Field operations, etc.)  
• Estimating coordination of pre-construction job meetings with department heads and supervisors. 
• Contributes to and participates in special studies, committees, etc., to advance Smith's technical abilities in engineering, planning and estimating, installation procedures, etc. 
• Attend training courses related to estimating methods and software.
• Review peer takeoff and estimate recaps for quality control.
• Ability to prepare design build estimates and conceptual budgets.
• Strong estimating software knowledge.
• Coordinate bid schedule with team members and estimating assistant.
• Assist in maintaining estimating software database and material pricing.
• Assist in creating new estimating tools, assemblies, processes and spreadsheets to streamline estimating methods.
• Participate in special marketing events.
• Other duties as assigned by upper management.

Position Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction or recognized equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in the successful management of estimating, conceptual design drawings, and management of project bidding process. 
• Ability to operate independently and autonomously, and yet possess the discretionary judgment to know when it's appropriate to consult with others in the organization. 
• Proficient utilization of management / accounting software. 
• Demonstrate a corresponding high sense of integrity. 
• Strong interpersonal and project management abilities, employing strong organizational skills to respond successfully to a high volume of issues.
• Degree and/or field and office experience in Construction Estimating or Engineering, or equivalent experience required. 
• Proficient-plus level user of MS Excel and MS Word.
• Ability to create spreadsheets & use of formulas.

ACCO Competencies:

• Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level / position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• Team Player: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy.  On a personal level has independently devel