Senior Estimator - Electrical Construction

Rosendin Electric, one of the largest employee-owned electrical contractors in the United States, seeks a Senior Estimator for its San Antonio, TX office. In this role, you will lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and bid documents for electrical construction projects, coordinating with estimators, suppliers, and clients to ensure competitive and accurate proposals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive estimates from quantity take-offs and complete estimates to final computer output
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine project scope and estimate requirements
• Identify and evaluate areas for value engineering and cost savings
• Lead and provide direction to personnel preparing discipline-specific sub-estimates for assigned bids
• Develop labor productivity rates and installation unit costs based on projected site conditions and historical project data
• Create detailed listings of material and equipment items; solicit and review supplier and subcontractor quotes for completeness and compliance with plans and specifications
• Identify qualified suppliers and subcontractors and manage the quotation process
• Maintain all working documents and data to support estimate figures and backup pricing
• Draft scope and proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects
• Conduct detailed pre-bid reviews with the Chief Estimator covering scope, technical requirements, and pricing
• Meet with Project Management at project turnover to explain job scope, areas of attention, and transition details
• Update the Rosendin estimating system with all working documents and maintain estimate file records

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience)
• Minimum 4 years of estimating or relevant experience in closing construction estimates
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering design drawings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer literacy
• Experience with Accubid estimating software, Livecount Cloud, and Bluebeam software (preferred)
• Experience with CAD or 3D software (preferred)
• Capability to perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and adjust priorities as needed
• Capacity to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs occasionally
• Up to 10% travel required

Working Conditions

• Work environment primarily indoors with extended periods of sitting, typing, and computer use
• Occasional standing, walking, carrying, pushing, and bending
• Fluorescent lighting and air-conditioned office settings; noise levels typically low to medium (can be louder on job sites)

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual bonus program based on performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 paid time off days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Term life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Charitable giving match through the Rosendin Foundation