Electrical Estimator Job at DHD Consulting, Richmond, VA

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  • DHD Consulting
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Role Overview

  • Prepare cost estimates for specific disciplines and provide business support to senior staff.

  • Conduct budget and market estimates as well as trade reconciliations utilizing project documentation, industry standards, and current market costs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.

  • Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from available design documents.

  • Understand union and trade construction cost standards.

  • Develop final “should cost” estimates to validate trade cost submissions and ensure fair pricing.

  • Reconcile trade bid submissions with project scope, market conditions, and budget.

  • Adapt to a fast-paced environment and respond effectively to change.

  • Source accurate and current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and databases.

  • Collaborate with architects and engineers to understand project scope and build strong relationships with A/E firms and project teams.

  • Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.

  • Maintain organized project documentation and file structures in accordance with company standards.

  • Support cost data library.

  • Prepare cost reconciliations between multiple estimates and explain cost variances.

  • Perform site walks as needed at the client site, with potential travel required.

  • Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Role Complexity & Decision-Making

  • Work involves conventional practices with occasional complex features.

  • Work within a collaborative group and demonstrate ownership on assignments, making sound technical judgments.

  • Collaborate with and provide guidance to junior technical staff while assisting with assignments.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent discipline experience.

  • Minimum of 5–10 years of relevant experience.

  • Proficient in IT tools including Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and web-based platforms.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Compensation

  • Salary range: $100,000 – $140,000 annually.

Job Tags

For contractors, Work at office

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