Estimator III

About the role

The Estimator III position is open to both recent graduates and experienced professionals seeking to advance their careers in the construction industry. Join a leading electrical contractor known for its commitment to community impact and employee ownership.

Responsibilities

• Establish project objectives, procedures, and deliverables.
• Prepare estimates from quantity take-offs and complete them to computer printouts.
• Evaluate potential areas for cost savings and review proposal specifications and drawings.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to understand project scopes and prepare for bid proposals.
• Guide personnel in preparing the completion matrices for assigned bids.
• Maintain working documents to support estimate figures and update the estimating program.
• Develop labor productivity rates and installation unit costs based on site conditions and historical data.
• Create comprehensive lists of materials and equipment required for estimates, ensuring clarity and detail.
• Select qualified suppliers and subcontractors, and solicit quotes from them.
• Review quotes for completeness and compliance with plans and specifications.
• Ensure timely completion of all client-required documents.
• Prepare scope letters, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimates.
• Provide detailed reviews of scope, technical requirements, and pricing to the Chief Estimator.
• Meet with the project management team post-bid to explain the job scope and address potential concerns.
• Manage files of all working documents to support estimate figures.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of the assigned discipline, construction technology, estimating techniques, and cost control.
• Minimum supervision required with assigned tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering design drawings.
• Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
• Coordinate and supervise group work efforts.
• Mentor and assist with the development of Estimators.
• Identify and meet customer needs and expectations.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, adapting to changing priorities.
• Work under time pressure and maintain a positive attitude.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interact professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ estimating or relevant experience.
• Advanced experience in Accubid estimating software, LiveCount Cloud, and Bluebeam software.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of the assigned discipline, construction technology, estimating techniques, and cost control.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering design drawings.
• Arithmetic calculation skills for estimating.
• Experience in coordinating and supervising group work efforts.
• Ability to mentor and assist with the development of Estimators.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional interaction with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Annual bonus program based on performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with the Rosendin Foundation