**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 the 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**:
- Preference Visa
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.