Civil Estimator III-EPC

Rosendin•San Francisco, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Rosendin offers meaningful career growth opportunities for recent grads and seasoned professionals, providing a sense of ownership while working with an industry leader on high-profile projects. The company offers competitive compensation, full benefits, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Rosendin is one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States, employing over 7,000 people, and is the largest employee-owned company in the industry, allowing employees to be shareholders and benefit from the company's growth. As an Estimator III at Rosendin, you will be a crucial member of the Renewables Pre-Construction team, responsible for leading the estimation process for renewable energy projects, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and profitability.

Requirements

Good knowledge of assigned discipline, construction technology, and estimating techniques.
Interpret computerized cost data and systems.
Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
Read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings.
Identify and meet customers’ needs, expectations, and requirements.
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of specific variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and change priorities as necessary.
Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work closely with more senior estimators and display a willingness to learn from their feedback.
Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
5-7 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably in the renewable energy sector or related industry.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits and project meetings.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Accubid Enterprise, a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other technical documents to understand project requirements and scope.
Identify project risks and collaborate with the overall project team to determine mitigation strategies.
Identify missing information in owner documents and prepare RFIs.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to gather necessary information for cost estimation.
Identify areas of potential areas of value engineering for review with Senior Estimators, Engineering, and Project Managers.
Utilize industry-standard estimating software and tools to develop detailed cost estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
Research and evaluate vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing for project components.
Coordinate with other estimating discipline leads to compile a complete estimate package.
Participate in bid review meetings and assist in the preparation of bid proposals.
Conduct value engineering exercises to optimize project costs while maintaining quality and performance standards.
Assist the negotiations team by providing required information to support the negotiation process.
Prior to the issuing of the formal bid package, provide the Senior Estimator with a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing for the estimated bid package for their approval.
Create accurate proposal letters based upon the estimate for review and editing by the greater project team.
Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and pricing fluctuations to ensure competitiveness in bids.
Provide support to senior estimators and contribute to departmental initiatives to improve estimating processes and procedures.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior estimators, supporting their professional development and growth within the company.