Electrical Estimator - Building Group

Royal Electric

$85K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in estimation, particularly for Commercial/Residential projects.
  • Familiarity with Public Works project bidding is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of construction plans and processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and estimating software like Accubid and Onscreen Takeoff.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze project documents to complete estimation checklists and spreadsheets.
  • Supervise takeoff processes in collaboration with Junior Estimators.
  • Compile and maintain accurate bills of materials for RFQs.
  • Input data into estimating software accurately and efficiently.
  • Review RFQs from subcontractors to ensure clarity and accuracy.
  • Manage outreach efforts with subcontractors, ensuring good faith compliance.
  • Lead meetings with key project stakeholders to discuss estimates and bids.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care plans including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement savings options with a 401k plan, including Roth options.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage, including life insurance options.
  • Robust wellness resources including telehealth services and mental health support.
Full Job Description
Focusing on current work within the Sacramento & Bay Markets.

Position Description:

The Estimator, will skillfully read and interpret plans, proposals and other documentation to develop bids and successfully negotiate budgets. The Estimator will also be able to prepare and present estimate documentation, as well as, track and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual cost.

Success in the position is achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, etc. to complete various checklist/spreadsheets related to a project.
  • Review takeoff process with Jr Estimator and ensure the checklist/spreadsheets are created for the project.
  • Compile counts/quantities to create bill of materials (BOMs) as part of the request for quote process (RFQ)
  • Enter counts/quantities into estimating software.
  • Review RFQs from material vendors and sub-contractors for scope discrepancies and accuracies.
  • Manage in subcontractor outreach including good faith efforts.
  • Represent Royal Electric in meetings with vendors, General Contractors, Owners, and Subcontractors.
  • Review requests for information (RFIs) provided by Jr Estimator
  • Participate in preparing and organizing bid packages.
  • File management throughout the entire duration of the estimates/bids
  • Assist with final bid review
  • Own "hand-off" to project management team after project is awarded including attending project kick off meetings when needed.
  • Coach Jr Estimators for successful accomplishment of their own key results
  • Complete misc. projects as assigned.


Who you are:
  • Strive to be great - You're eager to build and master your skills by seeking out - applying - training and new experiences. You're willing to work smart, take initiative, and take on challenges with a tenacious and resourceful attitude.
  • Fun & Friendly - You like people, have a sense of humor, and enjoy what you do.
  • Analytical and Solutions-oriented - You're skilled at identifying challenges and opportunities, developing practical solutions, and ensuring projects stay on track to meet their goals.
  • Critical Thinker - You're willing to be innovative, challenge yourself, and try new things.
  • Relationship Builder - You work to build trust and relationships at all levels, cultivating collaboration, shared success, and mutual respect.
  • Influencer - You're an inspiration to others, capable of guiding actions, decisions, and strategies. You recognize other people's underlying needs and motivations and can navigate individual and group perspectives.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Considerations:
  • Experience with Commercial/Residential projects
  • Experience bidding Public Works projects

Required Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to read and understand construction plans and specs.
  • Understand the construction process.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to successfully complete estimates from start to finish.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively delegate tasks to a team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and estimating software such as Accubid and Onscreen Takeoff
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills internally and externally.
  • Must be detail-orientated and well organized.
  • Ability to work with a team and independently.

Salary Range:

$85,000/year - $110,000/year
  • This is an exempt position

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Benefits
  • Health
    • Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)
    • Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).
    • $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays)
    • Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)
    • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly - work related), & Transit
    • Pharmacy discounts
    • Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)
    • Opportunity for tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness Resources
    • Free telehealth
    • Health Joy App
    • Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)
    • CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team
    • Employee Assistance Support
    • Hearing Aid discount plan
    • Laser VisionCare discount plan
  • Learning & Development
    • Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely
    • Professional & Leadership Development Training
    • Skill Development Training
    • Mentorship Program
    • On-The-Job & Classroom Training


Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company's referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!

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