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Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet. Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through: renewables and energy services engineering and design construction and facility services To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you? The Opportunity with McKinstry We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to join our Electrical Construction team in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will lead estimating work with sales, engineering and operations teams. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include: Bid Strategies Includes value engineering cost savings in project estimate where appropriate. Review bid packages before submission Prepares conceptual estimates and budgets when needed. Estimates Responsible for reviewing general and special conditions and other front-end documents to ensure cost estimates include the effect of those conditions on the project. Responsible for reviewing subcontractor quotes for completeness. Maintains current and historical construction cost and bid result databases for reference. Reviews technical specifications and plans so as to fully understand scope of work anticipated and required elements of estimate/proposal. Prepares scope letters and sends them to customers and prospective bidders. Provides technical support and assistance to various disciplines. Project Estimates Leads project estimating programs and scheduling. Responsible for project estimates based upon conceptual and/or schematic descriptions of scope for various disciplines, general construction tasks, and/or major design-build projects. Implements value engineering and constructability practices within given estimates. Communication Works with the Chief Estimator to identify and secure a prospective business consistent with the company's strategy. Leads in discussions and meetings with subcontractors, vendors, architects, customers, and other personnel. Identifies and understands client and project requirements and develops a comprehensive solution set, including detailed narratives and budget spreadsheets. What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry Bachelor's degree in mechanical, construction management or related field required or equivalent work experience. Eight (8) years of experience in estimating and conceptual estimating. Must have demonstrated proficiency in all responsibilities of an estimator. Must have demonstrated ability to do both conceptual estimating as well as take-off estimates. Working knowledge of Accubid, preferred Knowledge of building systems, and applications and how to successfully apply that knowledge to solve client and project requirements required. Knowledge of project Financials and reporting policies preferred. What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry Must have demonstrated proficiency for all responsibilities of estimator. Must have demonstrated ability to do both conceptual estimating as well as take-off estimates. Bachelor's degree in mechanical, construction management or related field required or equivalent work experience. Eight (8) years of experience in estimating and conceptual estimating for projects $15 million dollars and larger is required. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel and Outlook required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred. Working knowle