Senior Electrical Estimator

Location: Lenexa, KS

Department: Office - Estimating

P1 Construction, LLC. is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator for the Lenexa, Kansas office.

Join our P1 Team!

P1 Construction, LLC., has grown into a national construction and solutions provider. P1 is a specialty subcontractor providing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building technologies, controls, millwright, and architectural metal work across the U.S. But there’s so much more to P1’s broad spectrum single-source capabilities, including value-added services like virtual design and construction and multi-trade fabrication. When you work for P1 Construction, you'll be part of a culture that puts safety first, treats associates like family, and provides challenging work in a rewarding, energetic environment. P1 Construction takes pride in maintaining a high standard of excellence along with an ethical and friendly business culture.

P1 Construction, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of status, including status as a protected veteran or as an individual with a disability. 

We offer a competitive compensation package.

Job Summary

• Computes cost factors and prepares construction estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
• Leads the estimators and other staff assigned to his or her estimating team; manages their work assignments, performance and resources; and coordinates their training.
• Works with the Marketing Department to review market potential and possibilities for bids which fit the company’s strategic goals.
• Promotes the company’s capabilities and expertise when dealing directly with key decision makers in the owner or general contracting companies.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Identifies cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.

Qualifications and skills

• Meet one of the following education requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a construction or electrical engineering related discipline, OR
  • At least five years of electrical construction/service field trade experience/training/education, OR
  • Equivalent combination of the above.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Direct Experience:  Ten or more years of electrical construction estimating experience while employed by an electrical construction contractor is required. Industrial, Healthcare, Critical Power, Government and Heavy Commercial experience is preferred. Accustomed to successfully bidding on non-residential projects that are at least $500,000 or more in cost. General contractors or roles coordinating with electrical subcontractors do not meet this requirement.
• Certifications: LEED Certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience with computerized estimating programs such as Accubid Anywhere or Enterprise is preferred.
• Computer Skills: Must have accurate typing skills and be proficient in using email, internet, spreadsheet, and word processing applications, specifically Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and be willing to learn new software applications.  
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a motor vehicle record check.  Must be able to meet P1 qualifications to operate a vehicle on company business. Must be at least 18 years of age.  Must possess a valid driver’s license.  Must have access to drive a well maintained vehicle.  Must have up to date registration with the local Department of Motor Vehicles.  Both the candidate and the vehicle must be currently covered on a personal insurance policy.

Benefits for fulltime non-union personnel include:

• Workflex policy
• Educational Assistance program after two years
• Immediate PTO, birthday pay, and holiday pay
• Volunteer community service paid time off
• Parental and grandparent paid time off after one year
• Bereavement paid time off
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid disability insurance
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program with counseling
• Company paid financial education & wellness program with budgeting resources
• 401K retirement plan with fully vested annual company contribution equal to 3% of compensation, and additional discretionary annual company contribution subject to vesting (not based on employee paycheck deferral contributions)
• Health with HSA, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Dependent Care FSA
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance plans
• Voluntary Hinge Health Musculoskeletal Digital Exercise Therapy Program
• Voluntary LegalShield and Identity Theft protection plans
• Education 529 College Savings plan
• Employee Discounts

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources: email [email protected] or call: 913-275-5694.