Electrical Estimator I

Rosendin•Coppell, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rosendin offers meaningful career growth, competitive compensation, full benefits, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. As an employee-owned electrical contractor with over 100 years of history, Rosendin is committed to positively impacting communities, empowering people, embracing diversity, and inspiring excellence. The Estimator I is a salaried, entry-level position responsible for assisting in the preparation of bid documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This role involves limited discretion from established procedures, focusing on collecting and studying information for project bidding, working under general supervision, and providing support for small to medium projects.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of the assigned discipline, construction technology, estimating techniques, and cost control
Interpret computerized cost data and electrical systems
Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating
Read and interpret engineering design drawings, specifications, and front-end documents
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
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Self-motivated and can work independently and as part of a team
Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
0-2 years of experience in estimating commercial construction projects, preferably in electrical construction
Basic experience/exposure in Accubid estimating

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Receives instructions from senior-level estimators to review proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and requirements.
Using established procedures to prepare estimates by calculating the complete takeoff of the scope of work and entering them into the computer estimating system; review the estimate printout for accuracy and completeness.
Work with existing suppliers and subcontractors to solicit quotes and review quotes for completeness in relation to plans and specifications.
Work with senior-level estimators to provide the Lead Estimator, Estimating Manager, and/or Chief Estimator a detailed review of the scope, technical requirements, and pricing for the estimated bid package.
Contributes to the timely completion of all client-required documents.
Using existing templates to draft scope letter inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimates.
Maintain files of working documents for backup to estimating assumptions and methodologies.