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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Electrical Estimating Manager - Renewable Energy

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier employee-owned commercial construction company specializing in diverse project types. They are seeking an Electrical Estimating Manager with expertise in the solar market to lead the bid/estimating process, support the design of solar electrical systems, and manage relationships with subcontractors and vendors.

Construction

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support as appropriate the conceptual and detailed design of solar electrical systems

Challenges design concept and assumptions and presents ideas to Precon team

Performs quantity take-offs

Assists in the pricing and bidding of commercial, renewable, substation, and battery storage projects

Supports team with overall electrical system design analysis

Communicates with, engineers and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements

Prepares qualifications and assumptions that align with the contractual requirements of the project

Design review of electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and studies

Review of electrical studies including but not limited to load flow, reactive power capability, short circuit, relay coordination and arc flash

Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary

Conducts reviews of milestone design documents to identify, develop and price value alternative opportunities in order to provide enhanced value to our clients

Actively participates in the internal estimate review process

Assists with final assembly of estimate for presentation to owner

Collects and organizes all bid information for future reference

Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed

Directs, coordinates, and provides information and documents to subcontractors

Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts

Prepares and submits contract documents for legal and risk reviews

Participates in Design Build, Hard Bid and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor support and evaluating bids

Builds relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy

Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity

Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy clients

Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques

Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs

Qualification

Electrical principlesEstimating technologyConstruction ManagementBIM softwareQuantity take-offsNegotiated bidsGMP processesAnalytical skillsMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 2-5 years of equivalent experience required

General knowledge of Electrical principles and processes

Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications

General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes

Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST, Accubid, Tra-ser, and BIM related software

Excellent computer skills, and proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc

Strong math and analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Attention to detail at a high level

Solid interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values

Maintains a 'value added' approach to estimating

Company

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

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With 160 years spent collaborating with partners to solve complex building challenges on behalf of its clients, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

Founded in 1864

Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.mccarthy.com

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