Job Summary: Westphal & Co., Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Estimator to join our PreConstruction team. The Estimator will be responsible for the quantitative analysis (takeoff), summarization, and bid preparation of prospective projects. This position reports directly to the Vice President of PreConstruction and plays a crucial role in delivering accurate, competitive bids that contribute to the overall success and growth of the company.
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Key Responsibilities:
Estimating & Cost Control:
- Perform complete and accurate takeoffs of plans, ensuring they are completed in a timely manner.
- Have a thorough understanding of industry standards, materials, procedures, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Utilize the company’s estimating software to prepare and refine project estimates.
- Propose value engineering suggestions for each project to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Refine estimates prior to bid submittal to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
- Understand the project’s design, risks, competition, key players, and other factors critical to bid preparation.
- Analyze and understand bidding procedures and identify strategic opportunities that could influence the bid process.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum of two years of estimating experience, preferably in the electrical contracting field.
- Strong knowledge of commercial, industrial, and solar projects.
- Experience using estimating software and tools to create detailed bids.
- Engineering degree or relevant certifications are preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of industry standards, procedures, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written communication skills and professional telephone etiquette.
- Ability to analyze complex problems, devise solutions, and make independent decisions.
- Experience in performing sales and marketing efforts on behalf of the company.
- Strong ambition to achieve personal and professional goals.
- Demonstrates high ethical standards, integrity, and honesty in all interactions.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and collaborative team mindset.
- Excellent listening skills, assertiveness, and confidence when representing company interests.
- Innovation-driven with a commitment to finding new ways to improve processes and outcomes.
- Ability to align efforts with the company’s strategic goals and contribute to the company’s long-term success.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, manipulate, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with low to moderate noise levels. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
