Chief Estimator - ZipRecruiter : Job Details

Job Description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and more.

Why Rosendin?Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100 years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity with a culture that empowers, embraces, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest employee-owned electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The Chief Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the division's estimating program, providing technical and administrative direction to meet corporate objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Manage department functions including budgets, staffing, wage reviews, work assignments, performance evaluations, bid results, and archives.
• Implement and maintain corporate estimating procedures using the company's estimating system and database.
• Assist executives, Business Development, and Project Management in determining project bidding strategies.
• Review final estimate packages for accuracy and completeness before submission.
• Review scope/proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects.
• Participate in presentations to management and clients; may be responsible for closing sales.
• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts and change orders.
• Assist in preparing studies, materials, methods, and cost estimates as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Advanced management or technical training.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in computer use and Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with modern computer estimating systems.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Positive attitude towards changing requirements.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in teams.
• Professional interaction with all levels of staff, vendors, and clients.

COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership
• Financial Awareness
• Quality

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in estimating and related functions, with knowledge of construction contracts and strategies.
• Combination of education and technical/field training acceptable.

TRAVEL:

• Up to 10% or as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primarily indoor work with varying environmental conditions.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Rosendin is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. We consider all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, age, or other protected categories.