About Us
It’s simple, we prosper by putting people ahead of profits. Point blank.
We created Helpware because we saw a need to change the way business is done in our world of outsourcing. We believe employee satisfaction doesn’t need to be compromised in order to deliver the best quality to our clients. In fact, we discovered that enhancing our employee experience is exactly how we provide high-class service to our powerhouse clients. Helpware is a better kind of outsourcing, one centered around People.
What is this role about?
As an Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for analyzing construction plans, breaking them down into electrical sub-packages, and preparing accurate cost estimates.
What awaits you in this role:
- Sourcing design data from databases and/or existing designs
- Modifying sections of drawings and ensuring compliance with city standards to ensure project accuracy and alignment with local regulations.
- Identifying labor, material, and time requirements based on drawings and the client’s proposal to develop comprehensive project estimates.
- Collating material prices and lists of suppliers and rates
- Analyzing construction plans and customer additions for subsequent system documentation
- Reviewing and understanding narratives, plans, and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and the scope of work, and document these in the system
- Breaking down plans into the various electrical sub-packages
- Calculating the cost of electrical construction by reviewing and evaluating available documents
- Analyzing projects for value engineering options while considering specific job conditions that may affect labor and materials to be purchased and installed
- Leading the electrical portion of estimates and ensuring that scopes are coordinated and completed in the system
- Developing conceptual estimates based on limited information at all phases of the project design progression
- Participating in the development and reviewing of design alternatives, cost options, and value engineering
- Managing unit and development cost estimations and help determine affordable and reliable material sources
- Executing system design calculations to ascertain equipment specifications
- Periodically reviewing and updating materials and cost databases to ensure these reflect changing material or labor costs
- Updating pricing based on customer selections and complete billing preparation
- Requesting material and equipment quotes from vendors while maintaining a positive relationship with them
- Developing and managing the electrical pricing bid strategy, breakouts, and work packages
- Explaining electrical pricing and costs to clients and engineers
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical estimating or a related field preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications (Netsuit, Bluebeam Revu, or Construction Software preferred)
- In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards preferred
- Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with construction materials and their associated costs preferred
- Highly detail-oriented and well-organized required
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- 100% on-site position
What we offer:
- Law Benefits
- Social Security (IMSS)
- 12 Vacations Days after First Year
- Vacation Bonus (Prima Vacacional)
- Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo)
- Sunday Bonus (Prima Dominical) - Food Vouchers
- Health Insurance
- Excellent Work Environment
- Opportunities for Growth
- Convenient Partnerships for Food and More!
Our Client’s Background
Our client is a reliable, consistent, and professional residential electrical installation provider covering the state of Texas.
