Senior Electrical Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION - SEATTLE, WA

Reports To

Chief Estimator

Compensation (Pay range)

$95k - $150k

COMPANY BENEFITS

PTO | 401k | Medical, Dental & Vision | Life Insurance | Seven Paid Holidays | Voluntary Benefits | EAP

Other compensation bonuses are eligible. *Bonus pay based on percentage of salary, adjusted by company and individual performance.

ABOUT COCHRAN

Cochran is family-owned, and under the leadership of LeeAnn Cochran, which has becomethe 2nd largest woman-owned business in the state of Washington. Since 1954, Cochran has supported the growth of the PNW inSeattle, Portland, Spokane and Wenatchee. As proud as we are of our work in the industry, we are just as proud of thework we've doneinsideour company of 1000+ employees.

Our employees feel valued and love working at Cochran because our core values are:

• Care about each other & show it
• Trust and empower people
• Practice humility and appreciation

The quality of our people is paramount to our success. While our standards are extremely high, we are always looking for exceptional talent and encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you want to work for a company that shapes skylines and appreciates its employees, please apply! We'd love to have you on the team.

POSITION OVERVIEW

A Cochran Senior Electrical Estimator takes the lead on large estimates, assigns tasks to other estimators, performs plan and specification review, quantity take-off and estimating software data entry under the direction of the Chief Estimator. This role is a great opportunity to develop and be provided with mentorship and opportunities for growth.

The following are the duties associated with being a Cochran Project Manager. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage other estimators on projects you lead
• Train and mentor others in the group
• Review specifications and plans
• Accurate quantity take-off and entry into estimating software
• Create detailed estimates from conceptual design information
• Create excel pricing worksheets and bills of materials
• Identify strategies and value engineering options to create bid advantages
• Prepare RFIs to resolve design conflicts and ambiguity
• Create detailed estimate scope and narrative
• Assist with preparation and review of vendor bid packages
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and vendors
• Lead and/or participate in estimate review process
• Conduct periodic site visits to confirm estimating approach is consistent with construction means and methods
• Assist in project pursuit interviews as needed
• Assist with department maintenance (Accubid Enterprise/Accubid Anywhere database maintenance, updating vendor contacts, updating permit calculators, etc.)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

6+ years of electrical estimating experience with commercial, data center, laboratory, institutional, high-rise, hospitality, and healthcare projects ranging up to $50M. Experience with design build/conceptual and a plans and specifications estimating.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar from a four-year college or university; or six years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Construction Document Reading Ability

Ability to find information crucial to electrical scope by reviewing all drawing sets (civil, landscape, architectural, mechanical, etc.)

Mathematical Abilities

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully an individual should have intermediate to expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Estimating Program Knowledge

Experience with Accubid Enterprise (Accubid Anywhere) and Accubid LiveCount.

Code Knowledge

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable local codes.

Cochran, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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. Cochran, Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request a reasonable accommodation,contact:hr@cochraninc.com.