Estimator (Underground) - Danella Power Services

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW

Who We Are:

Danella Power Services Inc. is an electrical contractor with a specialized concentration in overhead and underground electrical utilities. Danella Power provides a range of benefits to its customers by being licensed and certified in areas to manage solutions from installation of conduit to high voltage segments.

Our mission is to provide our employees with a safe and helpful working environment, where every employee individually and collectively, can dedicate themselves to providing our customers with exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service attention to detail, positive attitudes, and professional integrity. Our commitment to this mission will facilitate the longevity of the Danella Power team.

Job Summary:

The Estimator is an integral part of the team as they will review bid documents, perform take offs, compile cost estimates and bid schedules with the help of Field Leadership and Senior Management.

This position is in Plymouth Meeting, PA and may have to travel around Eastern Pennsylvania.

Oversees the sales and estimating phase of a project lifecycle from Bid Receipt to Contract Execution.

Duties:

• Reviews plans and specifications to prepare a comprehensive project cost estimate.
• Collaborates with engineers, construction supervisors, clients, and contractors to discuss and formulate estimates and project execution approach.
• Assesses cost effectiveness and identifying potential financial risks.
• Analyzes data collected from job sites, vendors, and other stakeholders to compile detailed cost information.
• Prepares detailed reports or bids for submission to project stakeholders.
• Adjusts estimates and recommendations based on changes and updates to projects.
• Maintains records of estimated and actual costs.
• Notifies, tracks, creates, submits and follows up with Scope Changes to the Customer.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline required.
• At least two (2) years of experience in project management, engineering, systems design, or other related field, with at least three years of management experience leading multidisciplinary design teams required.

Compensation:

• Commensurate with experience.