Senior Electrical Estimator

Rosendin•Pflugerville, TX

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Estimator prepares and completes bid and submittal documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. Serving as lead estimator on assigned projects, this role collaborates with other estimators, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers to develop competitive estimates and complete bids. The Senior Estimator provides leadership to personnel preparing discipline sub-estimates, reviews scope and pricing with the Chief Estimator before formal bid submission, and supports a successful project handoff to Project Management after an awarded bid.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; education, training, and relevant experience may be combined.
At least 4 years of estimating or other relevant experience in closing construction estimates.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations for estimating.
Ability to estimate all types of projects and coordinate and supervise group work efforts.
Ability to mentor and assist with the development of estimators.
Ability to identify and meet customer needs, expectations, and requirements.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Oral and written communication skills appropriate to the position.
Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees at all levels, vendors, clients, and others.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Accubid estimating software, Livecount Cloud, and Bluebeam.
Experience with CAD or 3D software.

Responsibilities

Prepare estimates from project quantity take-offs and complete estimates using the estimating program.
Identify project elements that may be key to developing a competitive estimate.
Review proposal specifications and drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and estimate contents.
Evaluate potential value-engineering cost savings.
Lead personnel preparing discipline sub-estimates for assigned bids.
Maintain working documents and data supporting estimate figures.
Develop labor productivity and installation unit costs, as applicable, using projected site conditions and historical data.
Prepare detailed material and equipment listings and obtain quotes.
Identify qualified suppliers and subcontractors and solicit their quotes.
Review quotes for completeness and conformance with plans and specifications.
Complete client-required documents on time.
Draft scope and proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects.
Provide the Chief Estimator with a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing before issuing the formal bid package.
After a successful bid, meet with Project Management to explain the job scope, areas needing attention, and other information required for project transition.
Maintain estimate backup files and update the Rosendin-approved estimating program.