About this Role
R.R. Cassidy is searching for a Lead Estimator in Beaumont, TX. The Lead Estimator directs the estimating function for assigned markets or pursuits, setting bid strategy and owning the final cost, risk and pricing recommendation on electrical, utility and infrastructure projects. This role leads a team of estimators, reviews and approves all estimates before they reach executive review, and serves as the primary estimating contact for business development, operations and clients.
What You'll Do
Leadership
- Lead, develop and mentor a team of estimators; assign pursuits, set bid schedules and balance workload across concurrent bids.
- Review and approve takeoffs, pricing and bid packages from the team for accuracy, completeness and consistency before submission.
- Establish and enforce estimating standards, templates, checklists and quality-control procedures.
Estimating and bid strategy
- Evaluate pursuit opportunities with business development and leadership; recommend bid / no-bid decisions and pricing strategy.
- Review drawings, specifications and addenda; define scope, assumptions, exclusions and clarifications.
- Develop and oversee detailed quantity takeoffs and labor, material, equipment, subcontractor and indirect cost estimates.
- Solicit, level and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals; manage key vendor relationships.
- Assess and price project risk, including escalation, labor availability, access, permitting and outage constraints; set contingency and margin recommendations.
- Present estimates, risks and recommended pricing to senior management for approval.
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What You'll Bring
What You'll Get
As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs:
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
- Comprehensive benefits packages including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Choice of PPO, HSA, and FSA plans
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Employee discounts on consumer goods
