Rosendin Electric, Inc

Chief Estimator

Rosendin Electric, Inc$158K — $208K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a business-related field
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in facility construction estimating
  • Advanced management or technical training preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and modern computer estimating systems
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage department functions including budgets, staffing, and performance evaluations
  • Implement and maintain corporate estimating procedures
  • Provide strategic support to executives and project managers
  • Review final estimate packages for accuracy before quotations
  • Participate in client presentations and negotiations
  • Offer technical assistance for contracts and change orders

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Generous PTO of 17 days plus 10 paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability income protection
  • Flexible spending plans for health and dependent care
  • Charitable giving match program with Rosendin Foundation
Full Job Description
The Chief Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the division's estimating program providing technical and administrative direction to ensure corporate objectives are met.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Manage and administer department functions including operating budgets, staffing, wage reviews, work assignments, performance evaluations, bid results and archives, etc.
  • Responsible for implementing and maintaining corporate estimating procedures utilizing the corporate computer estimating system and database.
  • Assist Executives, Business Development, and Project Management to determine what types of projects to bid on, strategies, techniques, etc.
  • Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation
  • Review scope/proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects
  • Participate in presentations to corporate management and Clients. May be responsible for closing the "sale".
  • Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders,etc.as required
  • May assist in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required.
  • The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position role within the business unit.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

  • Advanced management or technical training preferred
  • Organizational, supervisory, and decision-making/problem-solving skills essential
  • Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook,Word,Excel,etc)
  • Familiar with modern computer estimating sysytems
  • Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and change priorities as necessary
  • Ability to work under time pressure, continual deadlines and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
  • Effective oral an written communication skills as required for the position
  • Self-motivated and can work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others


COMPETENCIES:
  • Leadership
  • Financial Awareness
  • Quality


WHAT YOU BRING TO US:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a business-related field
  • Minimum10years of experience in similar facility construction estimating and related functions plus a thorough knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts required
  • Can be a combination of education and technical/fieldt raining such as Engineering, Estimating experience.

TRAVEL:
  • Up to 10% or as required


WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
  • Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
  • We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.


YOU Matter - Our Benefits
  • ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership
  • 401K
  • Annual bonus program based upon 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 our Rosendin Foundation


Pay Range

$158,500.00-$208,100.00 Annual

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business...and your career.

About Rosendin Electric, Inc

Rosendin Electric, Inc. is an employee-owned electrical contractor headquartered in San Jose, California. The company provides electrical engineering, design-build, and construction services for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. Rosendin Electric was founded in 1919 and has completed projects in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company has been recognized as one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States by Engineering News-Record.
Learn more about Rosendin Electric, Inc
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1919

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Rosendin Electric, Inc

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Chief Estimator jobs: