Prime Electric

Job Description Job Description Who We Are Stoner Electric, a Prime Electric company, has been a leading commercial electric company in the Pacific Northwest region for over 50 years. We specialize in delivering high-quality electrical contracting services to clients of all sizes. As electrical experts, we have established ourselves as leaders in our region across all facets of electrical contracting. Our experience and capabilities enable us to collaborate with clients throughout the entire lifecycle of their electrical systems, from pre-construction and design services to construction and maintenance. Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Pre-Construction, lead and take ownership of the estimating team, process, standards, product, software, database, quality control, and quality assurance. Mentor, support, and train to a consistent approach for all team members. Build and maintain relationships and relationship management plan with customers and direct reports. What You Will Do: Accountable for the production of precise electrical estimates for all project types. Manage and pre-plan the estimate schedule and Smartsheet estimate requests. Communicate regularly with group executives on progress and high-level correspondence of all current estimates. Work independently assigning lead and support estimators, providing direction, and establishing reasonable timelines. Thoroughly review estimate and required documentation for accuracy and completion before final reviews with customers; utilize the Executive Estimate Review Checklist. Resolve contract document conflicts, non-responsive RFI issues, missing scope clarification for alternates on all current estimates. Establish and maintain a disciplined consistent approach to estimating. Develop and maintain Estimating standards and consistency across the team. Hold internal groups accountable to the established estimating process with a customer service attitude and approach. Work with the team and the Pre-Construction Director to suggest additions, edits, deletions for any part of our current estimating process or standards. Train and mentor the team and new hires on process, software, electrical material application, and relevant current codes and standards. Work with the team, purchasing, and the pre-construction director to ensure our database for labor and material is accurate and competitive. Contribute to and support value engineering exercises. Contribute to and support conceptual estimates and the conceptual estimate process. Lead the mandatory weekly estimating team meeting. Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices. What You Will Need To Be Successful: Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university and a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Advanced Experience evaluating and estimating design/build contract work Journeyman or Master Electrician License (preferred) Certified Professional Estimator (preferred) OSHA 10 or 30 (preferred) Ability to train and educate others on estimating procedures and software Ability to quickly evaluate and estimate VE solutions. Expert knowledge of structural, architectural and mechanical documents and their impact on electrical scope. Expert Knowledge of NEC, local codes and construction methods. Expert Knowledge of Electrical Materials and their applications. Advanced Knowledge of and experience with Accubid and LiveCount. Strong organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, and communication skills. Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience with Estimating Electrical projects up to $150 million Strong work ethic. Supervisory Responsibilities: May supervise or coordinate the work of others who assist in specific assignments. Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health or safety hazards. Noise level and temperature is moderate. Minimal lifting or climbing. This position is expected to be fully in-person, onsite, with some travel not limited to, other offices, work sites and local business errands. Requires operating office machines such as, but not limited to, computers, copiers, scanners, and phones. Communication Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as submittals, operations manuals and project schedules. Ability to write routine correspondence such as letters and memos. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to internal and/or external clients of the firm. Communicate clearly and effectively with project managers, team members, and stakeholders to support project execution. Reasoning Ability and/or Critical Thinking: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction. Constructive thinking and alternative short- to long-term solutions must be considered. Action plans must be developed and implemented. Capacity to identify issues, propose solutions, and escalate matters as needed. Accurate documentation, record-keeping, and thorough review of project materials. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and contribute to project success. Our Benefits 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee. 401k Program w/ Employer Match Discretionary Profit Sharing Program Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off Stoner Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. Stoner hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies. This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.