Jr. Electrical Estimator

Description
OUR COMPANY
With more than 1500 employees and 12 offices nationwide, Rogers is the largest self-performing electrical, data and lighting contractor in the United States. Rogers specializes in ground-up electrical construction , national rollouts and remodel programs, preventative maintenance and installation needs. With 40 years of experience, licenses in 48 states, and over 2000 facilities constructed, we are constantly growing and looking for candidates to join our team!
OUR CULTURE
Rogers is powered by our people. We have had the power to get the job done for almost 40 years because of our team members. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of treating our team as extended family. Our team members are not here merely to support the business efforts, but our goal is for our team to thrive as individuals. Learning is built into every role here at Rogers. You'll get mentorship from our leadership team and in return the ability to take ownership and grow your own professional pursuits.
We are currently looking for a Jr. Electrical Estimator to join our team!
Why you should join us:

• Positive, team-focused, and inviting work environment with opportunities for advancement
• Health insurance - medical, dental, and vision
• Additional benefits to include life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401k with generous match, flexible spending account (FSA) and tax-free health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Full gym with group fitness classes and personal trainers
• Collaborative office environment equipped with walking treadmills, open workspace and casual office dress code
• $100 employee referral bonus
• Rogers Café (fully stocked coffee, beverages, snacks, etc.)
• Other exceptional perks

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare electrical cost estimates for projects to aid management in bidding on, or determining, price of construction or service
• Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and other documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Study and understand all contract documents to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
• Solicit and analyze quotes from vendors and/or subcontractors based on project requirements
• Estimate accurately each project in sufficient time to permit analysis, checking of calculations, and corrections as necessary
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc
• Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Associate's degree or an equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
• 2+ years estimating experience (preferably in a construction environment)
• Knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control, plus the ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
• Knowledge of Accubid Anywhere and LiveCount is preferred
• Ability to prioritize tasks according to deadlines and urgency and complete them in a timely and professional manner
• Ability to communicate both verbally and through writing in a professional, courteous and knowledgeable manner
• Ability to multitask (using several screens and browsers and the same time, talk on the phone while navigating the system)
• Ability to create, edit and analyze Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, PDF files and Power Point presentations

Rogers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.