Senior Estimator

At Corbins, we believe people are first! Our teammates, our partners, and our customers can expect that we genuinely care to serve them and look out for their best interests. Our culture is built on the cornerstone of our Core Values – Passion, Relationships, Innovation, Development and Excellence! They set our expectation of each and every employee and are integrated in everything we do. As one of the largest electrical contractors in the Southwest and an industry leader in virtual construction, fabrication, electrical construction, and electrical service, we continually look for people who share in our Core Values to better themselves and contribute to our mission of changing the construction industry as empowered thought leaders.

Corbins is growing! We are looking for an Senior Estimator to continue building the best preconstruction team in the Phoenix Market with an emphasis on Mission Critical/Live Environments, Manufacturing and Industrial Projects.

Primary Function:

To plan, coordinate, and perform critical or complex estimate takeoff for all divisions to ensure Company and Department goals and objectives are met. Provide accurate and efficient critical systems takeoff while assisting Preconstruction Management with tutelage and mentorship of junior staff.

Essential Job Functions/Tasks:

• Once assigned a project and team, Senior Estimators assist Precon Manager in Playbook, roles and responsibilities, setting up estimate software and folder to Company Standards. They are tip of the spear in the formal estimate process and stewards of the detailed takeoff to completion
• Perform critical systems or component estimates relative to the electrical infrastructure (i.e. One-lines, MV Loops, Ductbanks etc)
• Assist in the preparation of training modules, studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates for PE Rotational Program Attendees
• Participate in pre-bid job site inspections and / or job walks
• Participate in project related pre and post bid meetings
• Participate in job progress and / or close out meetings
• Initiate, develop and maintain working relationships with clients, design professionals, subcontractors and vendors
• Keep Preconstruction Manager informed as to all open or unresolved design issues and tracks design and cost changes during the development of a project cost model(s)
• Ensures preconstruction teams are delivering value added measures to design build/ design assist projects
• Develops, implements, and ensures project controls practices are being consistently utilized throughout the organization
• Demonstrates the insight and ability to implement preconstruction management initiatives or improvements in coordination and integration with other functions
• Stays abreast and informed regarding relevant technical, operational, and professional developments related to preconstruction and capitalizes on such developments to impact overall competitive advantage
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing to ensure that multiple bids or assignments take place simultaneously as needed
• Leads as a Bid Captain in the development of sales proposals. Knows how to take off estimates and price labor and material during the bid process; can define the scope of work; and ensures price coverage by vendors.
• Keep current on changes and trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes and working rules
• Able to perform their own takeoff responsibilities as directed while assisting in oversight of multiple additional precon assets working on same project or estimate
• Provide in depth Peer to Peer Estimates with all downline personnel in preparation for Bid Scrubs and Executive Reviews
• Assist in Bid Scrubs when Precon Manager requires in preparation for Executive Reviews
• Review Specifications with team to ensure means and methods are correct

Training and Functional Requirements:

• H.S., GED, management classes and / or 5 years field and estimating experience combined
• Proficiency in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
• Proficient in the Estimating program Accubid Classic, Accubid COR and Livecount On-screen Takeoff
• A working knowledge of reading and understanding all types of blueprints for all trades

Skills:

• Professional verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Good organizational skills, detail oriented and ability to multi-task
• Team player
• Ability to work in fast paced environment, flexible and adaptable to changes to planned tasks or schedule
• Fosters a productive and enthusiastic team, delegates appropriately and follows up effectively

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work 40 hours per week and overtime if required
• Ability to lift and / or carry 20 lbs unassisted
• May be exposed to job site conditions during inclement weather
• Valid driver license and proof of insurability when job duties require use of motor vehicle
• Requires exercising of discretion in decision making process and maintaining of strict confidentiality with respect to employee and company proprietary related information

It has been and continues to be the long-standing policy of Corbins to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Corbins complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Arizona: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road