Electrical Construction Project Manager / Estimator

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ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR Location: Chicago IL
Job Type and Duration : Month Contract to Hire
Our client, a privately owned Electrical Contractor, is adding a Project Manager/Estimator to their dynamic Chicago team.
This individual would be involved with managing and estimating electrical construction projects in the heavy commercial, light industrial, Institutional, Data Center sectors, varying in size and location. These projects will encompass various industries and may be located throughout the Chicagoland area. This position involves creating and identifying new bidding opportunities, initiating job estimates from start to finish, planning and executing the awarded work, monitoring and controlling the project, and closing it out with the assistance of other departments.
The Electrical Estimator / Project Manager is the single point of accountability for the delivery of the project, including design (where applicable), scope, cost, and schedule. This individual will provide overall direction on projects involving industrial electrical construction and maintenance. The position also includes developing new business opportunities with specific clients, groups of clients, and market sectors. Project sizes can typically range from $, to $M. This position would work directly under the lead estimator/ownership.
RESPONSIBILITIES Be able to utilize Accubid electrical estimating software
Perform electrical estimate takeoffs
Prepare project construction schedules
Submit "Requests for Information” to clients
Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
Act as the main point of contact for project personnel
Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports, and billing information
Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
Report regularly to the management team
Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for commercial & industrial projects within set deadlines
Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
Participate in the estimate review process with lead estimators and ownership
Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location REQUIREMENTS -+ years of project management and estimating experience in the electrical industry
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered instead of a degree
Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
Knowledgeable of the and all relevant local codes
Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals, and other documents as they relate to electrical work
Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent
Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods
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Location:
Chicago

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