Chief Estimator

Rosendin•Austin, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the division’s estimating program providing technical and administrative direction to ensure corporate objectives are met. Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Advanced management or technical training preferred
Organizational, supervisory, and decision-making/problem-solving skills essential
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook,Word,Excel,etc)
Familiar with modern computer estimating sysytems
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and change priorities as necessary
Ability to work under time pressure, continual deadlines and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Effective oral an written communication skills as required for the position
Self-motivated and can work independently and as part of a team
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a business-related field
Minimum 10 years of experience in similar facility construction estimating and related functions plus a thorough knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts required
Can be a combination of education and technical/field training such as Engineering, Estimating experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and administer department functions including operating budgets, staffing, wage reviews, work assignments, performance evaluations, bid results and archives, etc.
Responsible for implementing and maintaining corporate estimating procedures utilizing the corporate computer estimating system and database.
Assist Executives, Business Development, and Project Management to determine what types of projects to bid on, strategies, techniques, etc.
Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation
Review scope/proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects
Participate in presentations to corporate management and Clients.
May be responsible for closing the "sale".
Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders,etc.as required
May assist in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required.