CAREERS AT BRIGGS
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CAREERS
Join Our Team
At Briggs, you’re part of a handpicked team that takes pride in doing the job right. We’re built on a culture of accountability, safety, and craftsmanship—and we back it up with long-term careers, great benefits, and real opportunities for growth and career development.
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OUR PEOPLE AND CULTURE
Where Careers Go the Distance
Adam Johnson
Vice President of Operations
“I’ve worked at Briggs Electric for 10 years, progressing from Estimator to Project Manager, then Director of Finance, and now Vice President of Operations. It has been an incredibly rewarding experience because of the people and the strong sense of camaraderie. What makes Briggs truly great is the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way and to help others succeed every day.”
Adam Johnson
Vice President of Operations
Caronne Nicholson
Asst Project Manager, CA
“I have formed many close relationships with my coworkers & have always felt that Briggs Electric was more than a place of employment; we have always worked as a team and always supported each other when needed.”
Caronne Nicholson
Asst Project Manager, CA
Jonathan Wade
Asst. Chief Estimator, NV
“Working at Briggs was a great career decision for me, allowing for plenty of growth and opportunity. I enjoy being around my co-workers and the family oriented environment the company has.”
Jonathan Wade
Asst. Chief Estimator, NV
Jeff Skaggs
Project Manager, CA
“The Briggs Electric “Family First” has always been a great support both personally and mentor-wise at all levels of my career. Teaching and developing the next generation has created a unique long standing culture with the Briggs family.”
Jeff Skaggs
Project Manager, CA
Ariana Shaffer
Office Manager, NV
“I enjoy working for Briggs because it feels like one big family. We all look out for each other. I think that is very special.”
Ariana Shaffer
Office Manager, NV
Stephen Perez
Estimator, CA
“I have been at Briggs Electric for over two decades. I have only worked for Briggs my entire Electrical career and the reason why, in one word, is Value. The moment I realized they Valued who we are, the work we perform, and each individual, I knew this is where I wanted to be.
At Briggs Electric we value what each person brings to the table. In this World not everyone can do it all, and when there is a team environment that looks to draw on the strength of each member – it is Game on. Come on, that’s what Family does – Lets GO!”
Stephen Perez
Estimator, CA
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Employees with 10+ Years
80
Active Foreman
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Great Office Locations
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EMPLOYMENT AT BRIGGS
Current Job Opportunities
California
PROJECT MANAGER
Overview
The Project Manager will be responsible for supervising projects from start to finish and guaranteeing client satisfaction by providing exceptional service. Supports senior project management by providing comprehensive project management support for several projects.
Job Description
- Provide initial client contact to assess the scope of work, schedule, and resources required to complete a project.
- Monitor construction operations in collaboration with the onsite Foreman and Superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Evaluates construction methods and determine the cost-effectiveness of plans and actual work. Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
- Ensures that all project personnel follow all company and project owners’ safety and environmental policies.
- Regularly visits projects to assess performance, progress, and quality and to ensure connectivity with the field and clients.
- Supervise the preparation of all change quotations for presentation to the client. Negotiate all change quotations to a conclusion.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts (rental equipment, income/expenses, progress billing) to preserve the company’s interests while maintaining a good relationship with the client.
- Represent the company in project meetings.
- The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work this position performs. Although this is not a complete listing, other responsibilities will be assigned based on the position’s role.
Requirements
- Education: Minimum – High School. Electrical Engineering degree or other construction-related degree preferred.
- Experience: 8+ years in Electrical Project Management.
- Experience with pricing change orders
- Strong knowledge of the NEC and local codes.
- In-depth knowledge of various electrical materials, systems, and their installation.
- Computer literate in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Briggs Electric’s benefits package includes competitive salaries, 401k and profit sharing, vacation time, and bonuses.
PROJECT ENGINEER
Overview
Our Project Engineer collaborates on projects with their Project Manager and serves as a contact between the field and the office. In this position, the PE is responsible for establishing the project’s objectives through planning, executing, and finalizing projects on time and within budget.
Job Description
- Assist with the administration of the bid turnover and project commencement process, blueprints/specifications, evaluate proposals/project requirements, and material procurement coordination.
- Ensure schedule requirements are met. Readily adjust priorities and milestones based upon changing customer needs, resource availability, and job requirements.
- In charge of material requisition, submittal compilation, purchase orders, on-site job walk-throughs, change orders, request for information, and close-out documents.
- Utilize Bluebeam Studio and Microsoft SharePoint to maintain and manage online project document postings.
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with vendors and clients.
- Assists in overseeing project planning, execution & closure, as well as all project functions related to quality control and project management.
Estimator
Overview
The Estimator is in charge of creating and preparing bid documentation and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. The Estimator manages construction costs by gathering and analyzing data, assessing bid requirements and drawings, and ensuring they understand what is required to successfully bid and win the project.
Job Description
- Prepare complete estimates for commercial electrical projects, including detailed take-off and data entry into computerized estimating software.
- Prepare conceptual budgets and design build estimates, including lighting layout, power distribution, branch circuitry, and other systems.
- Analyse and review drawings, specifications, and other bid documents.
- Review estimates and work performed by Jr. Estimators.
- Interface with suppliers and subcontractors in the preparation of estimates
- Coordinate and communicate with Project Manager during the turnover phase of a project.
- Coordinate with and develop relationships with customers.
- Contract review and negotiations.
Requirements
Education: Minimum – High School. Electrical Engineering degree or other construction-related degree preferred.
Experience: 8+ years of Electrical Estimating.
Experience in developing Design / Build estimates and conceptual budgets.
Experience with analyzing
Strong knowledge of the NEC and local codes.
In-depth knowledge of a wide variety of electrical materials, systems, and their installation.
Computer literate in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Briggs Electric’s benefits package includes competitive salaries, 401k and profit sharing, vacation time, and bonuses.
BIM/VDC Detailer
Overview
The BIM Detailer engages in any modeling efforts for 3D coordination and shop drawings for educational, institutional, and commercial projects. To manage a high level of quality and service, the ideal Detailer should be self-motivated, resourceful, and detail-oriented.
Job Description
- Produces shop drawings, cross-sections of underground, conduits, and cables, as required for fabrication and installation crew instructions.
- Creates 3D electrical designs for field installation and collaboration with other trades.
- Verifies and prepares layout drawings in accordance with contract specifications.
- Interprets architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical floor plans, sections, and elevations.
BIM/VDC Designer
Overview
The BIM/VDC Designer engages in any modeling efforts for 3D coordination and shop drawings for educational, institutional, and commercial projects. To manage a high level of quality and service, the ideal Detailer should be self-motivated, resourceful, and detail-oriented.
Job Description
- Produces shop drawings, and cross-sections of underground conduits and cables, as required for fabrication and installation crew instructions.
- Creates 3D electrical designs for field installation and collaboration with other trades.
- Verifies and prepares layout drawings by contract specifications.
- Interprets architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical floor plans, sections, and elevations.
Nevada
Project Manager
Overview
The Project Manager will be responsible for supervising projects from start to finish and guaranteeing client satisfaction by providing exceptional service. Supports senior project management by providing comprehensive project management support for several projects.
Job Description
- Provide initial client contact to assess the scope of work, schedule, and resources required to complete a project.
- Monitor construction operations in collaboration with the onsite Foreman and Superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Evaluates construction methods and determine the cost-effectiveness of plans and actual work. Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
- Ensures that all project personnel follows all company and project owners’ safety and environmental policies.
- Regularly visits projects to assess performance, progress, and quality and to ensure connectivity with the field and clients.
- Supervise the preparation of all change quotations for presentation to the client. Negotiate all change references to a conclusion.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts (rental equipment, income/expenses, progress billing) to preserve the company’s interests while maintaining a good relationship with the client.
- Represent the company in project meetings.
- The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work this position performs. Although this is not a complete listing, other responsibilities will be assigned based on the position’s role.
Requirements
- Education: Minimum – High School. Electrical Engineering degree or other construction-related degree preferred.
- Experience: 8+ years in Electrical Project Management.
- Experience with pricing change orders
- Strong knowledge of the NEC and local codes.
- In-depth knowledge of various electrical materials, systems, and their installation.
- Computer literate in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Briggs Electric’s benefits package includes competitive salaries, 401k and profit sharing, vacation time, and bonuses.