**Estimator I**Our Tijuana office is growing and we are looking for an Estimator I! The Estimator I will provide direct support to the Transportation Group (pre-construction team) by qualifying electrical items, performing take offs, assisting in preparation of bids and other estimating duties as directed by their assigned Sr. Estimator or manager. This is a non-exempt position that is an individual contributor.**What you'll do**:- Assume responsibilities of the Estimating Coordinator and provide back up support to the Estimating Coordinator as needed.- Quantify electrical items (dots and spots) utilizing the estimating software, Accubid LiveCount.- Support Estimator(s) with review and understanding of project plans and specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents to identify what is needed for a project and to create a bid proposal.- Identify and notate potential problems and inform the Estimator in a timely manner.- Assist in preparation of RFI's and RFP's by gathering information from relevant parties, such as, Foreman, Estimator, and SME's- Assist in the calculation of electrical construction costs based on reviewing available documents.- Support Estimator in requesting material and equipment quotes from vendors and equipment suppliers as required by project scope.- Review scope quotes and accuracy of quotes received.- Prepares bid documents including specific scope letter for each project. Provide necessary information to your manager who will handle all cost discussions.- Provide bid progress updates consistently to those involved in the project, such as, company management, project management, clients, and general contractors.- Proactively complete assigned tasks to effectively meet bid deadlines.- May perform job walks to ensure that any field conditions have been observed that may affect the construction, may impact the prospective bid, and/or may impact the pre-construction designs and the build services.- May deliver bids in-person when required.- Perform other special projects as needed- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineer, Construction Management or related program (classes in estimating )- In lieu of college degree, 2+ years of Electrical Transportation or Civil field construction / electrical experience or completion of Electrical trade program- 1-3 years' experience in general construction estimating is a plus- Proven ability to learn Engineering programs or relatable CRM/Cloud based software like Salesforce- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook**Other**:- Must have a valid USA work VisaACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.
