About CS Erickson

At CS Erickson, we are redefining what the industry expects from a trade company by building a world-class, professional organization. We instill confidence in our customers by making every interaction insightful, proactive, and simple. We offer solutions from electrical engineering to AV equipment and installation. More than just getting the job done, we take pride in going the extra mile on every project, ensuring expert craftsmanship and treating every facility as if it were our own.

If you’re excited about joining a team that’s on a mission to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the trades, we have opportunities for talented individuals. Our fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture rewards self-starters who want to contribute to an organization that’s leading the way in innovation, quality, and professionalism in the industry.

About the role

As a Preconstruction Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the preconstruction process by designing electrical systems and providing accurate estimates and all associated preconstruction activities for projects of varying size and complexity in order to support the success of our project teams. Working closely with the preconstruction and install teams, you will play a vital role in ensuring the successful planning and execution of electrical projects.

What you'll do

• Design Development: Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop electrical design solutions that meet project requirements, codes, and standards.
• Estimation: Utilize estimating software and other tools to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical projects, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and client expectations.
• Material Takeoffs: Conduct material takeoffs based on project drawings and specifications, identifying required materials and quantities for procurement.
• Value Engineering: Participate in value engineering exercises to identify opportunities for cost savings and performance optimization without compromising quality or safety.
• Bid Preparation: Assist in the preparation of bid documents, including proposals, schedules, and other supporting documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Proposal and presentations: Attend project interviews with client and project team. Develop proposals and presentations.
• Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and subcontractors to gather necessary information and ensure smooth project transitions from preconstruction to construction phases.
• Buying and vendor relationships: Evaluation and selection of specified material packages, suppliers and manufacturers. Build and maintain relationships.
• Quality Assurance: Review project plans and specifications to identify potential issues or discrepancies, collaborating with stakeholders to resolve them in a timely manner.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electrical design and estimation, identify and support opportunities for process improvement and skills development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in electrical design and/or estimation within the electrical construction industry, preferably in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Proficiency in estimating software and other relevant tools such as Accubid, Bluebeam, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret project requirements and develop accurate estimates.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Masters Electrical License
• Electrical PM experience
• Projects up to $20M

Winning Behaviors and Competencies

• Real-time Communication is key to success: We will communicate real-time to our team members and clients. 
• Knowing our projects is key to success: Preplanning and continuous planning habits lead to success.  We will preplan every project, every time, no exceptions.
• Responsiveness is key to our success: We will deliver on time on all commitments and approach every request with a sense of urgency. This is our differentiator.
• Accountability is key to our success: I have a clear understanding of what I am responsible for and will ensure I have enabled good routines and habits that ensure successful outcomes. 
• We are professionals and will hold ourselves to the highest standards: The services and products we deliver will represent this belief. In return we will become role models for our youth, enhance our brand reputation and provide high value outcomes and exceptional experiences for our partners and clients.

CS Erickson is an equal opportunity employer

CS Erickson extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

CS Erickson is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. CS Erickson will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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