Senior Estimator

Rosendin•Coppell, TX

12d

About The Position

The Senior Estimator prepares and completes bid and submittal documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. As Lead Estimator for assigned projects, the role coordinates with other estimators, suppliers, and customers to complete estimates, supports competitive bids, and leads personnel preparing discipline sub-estimates. The position also helps ensure a smooth transition to project management after a successful bid. The work includes estimating project costs from quantity take-offs, reviewing project documents and site conditions, evaluating value-engineering opportunities, developing labor productivity and installation unit costs, soliciting and reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotes, and preparing client documents and proposal letters. The Senior Estimator maintains supporting estimate documentation and uses Rosendin’s approved estimating program. Travel may be up to 10%. Work is primarily indoors, with occasional work in louder job-site conditions and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; a combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
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 identify and meet customers’ needs, expectations, and requirements.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and adapt priorities as necessary.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Oral and written communication skills appropriate for 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 to computer printout.
Identify project elements that may be key to producing a competitive estimate.
Review proposal specifications and drawings and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and estimate contents.
Evaluate potential value-engineering cost savings.
Provide leadership to personnel preparing discipline sub-estimates for assigned bids.
Maintain working documents and data that support estimate figures.
Develop labor productivity and, where applicable, installation unit costs based on projected site conditions and historical data.
Prepare detailed lists of material and equipment items and obtain quotes.
Identify qualified suppliers and subcontractors and solicit their quotes.
Review quotes for completeness and conformance with plans and specifications.
Complete all client-required documents on time.
Draft scope and proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects.
Before issuing the formal bid package, provide the Chief Estimator with a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing.
After a successful bid, meet with Project Management to explain job scope, potential areas of attention, and other information needed for project transition.
Maintain estimate-supporting working files and update the Rosendin-approved estimating program.
Mentor and assist with the development of Estimators.