Position – Junior Estimator
Location – Greensboro, NC
Company Description - Adams Electric is committed to exceeding our clients’ expectations. We add value to our clients through our passionate team committed to achieving excellence and creating relationships built to last. We know our associates are our best asset. Therefore, we invest in our associates by providing skilled training programs and opportunities for professional growth. By creating a culture based on safety, teamwork and trust; our associates have the confidence, training and knowledge to build a successful and long-lasting career at Adams Electric.
General Position Summary
Adams Electric Company is seeking dynamic and talented individuals interested in career in preconstruction for this entry level position. Join our outstanding team of skilled estimators and our preconstruction team to aid in developing competitive proposals and estimates for exciting projects making an imprint on the community for future generations.
Bring innovative ideas to the table as you work with and learn from experienced Estimators and Sr. Estimators in order to gain a competitive advantage. Progressively master the full cycle estimating responsibilities, consisting of estimate folder and estimating template set-up, use of Bluebeam for counting, measuring, and analysis of plans and specifications. Develop knowledge of how to analyze plans, produce quantity take-offs, assist in creating winning strategies, and gain an overall understanding of complex projects to develop accurate and competitive project cost estimates.
Responsibilities
- Initiate the template folder, BlueBeam, and Building Connected at the start of estimating projects.
- Must meet critical deadlines and provide accurate information
- Conduct initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure required information is provided.
- Assist in developing cost estimates by soliciting specific pricing from vendors and/or sub-contractors.
- Aid in providing detailed quantity takeoffs and unit prices for review with Estimators, Senior Chief Estimators and/or Vice President of Preconstruction
Skills & Abilities
- Computer proficient with ability to adapt to new innovations and processes
- Experience in Construction Industry and/or degree
- Capable of understanding construction documents including drawings, standards, and specifications
- Attend the necessary site visits, pre-bid or design meetings
- Communicate with suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors. Review supplier and subcontractor quotes to ensure accurate pricing and scope of work
- Increasingly develop budget estimates using plans and specifications, or other conceptual information
- Must have strong written, communication and problem-solving skills
- Good math/accounting skills
- Quickly learn and adapt to new skills and tasks.
- Ability to multi-task and recollect past projects.
- Functions effectively as part of a team
- Self-Motivated by inner goals, and seeks out the “why/how”
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to always maintain discretion and confidentiality
- Positive “can do” attitude is a must
- Effective and professional communication skills to clients and within the Preconstruction team
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating (Accubid, Building Connected) and scheduling software is a must
- Working knowledge of electrical construction methods, systems, and installations
- 1-3 years relevant Construction experience, in the electrical construction industry preferred
- High School Diploma required; Associates Degree preferred
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification.
