Senior Electrical Estimator - Texas

Senior Estimator

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing and completing bid/submittal documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. As lead estimator, you work with other estimators, suppliers, and customers to complete estimates and guide the estimation team.

• Prepare estimates from quantity take-off and produce printable estimate files.
• Identify project elements that can make a competitive estimate.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre‑bid meetings to determine scope of work.
• Evaluate areas for potential value‑engineering cost savings.
• Provide leadership to personnel preparing discipline sub‑estimates.
• Maintain all working documents and data that support estimate figures.
• Develop labor productivity and installation unit costs based on projected site conditions and historical data.
• Prepare detailed listings of material and equipment items and obtain quotes.
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors, solicit quotes, and review them for completeness and conformance.
• Ensure timely completion of all client‑required documents.
• Draft scope/proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects.
• Before issuing the formal bid package, provide a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing to the Chief Estimator.
• After a successful bid, meet with Project Management to explain scope, attention areas, and transition details.
• Maintain files of all working documents and update the Rosendin approved estimating program.

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering design drawings.
• Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
• Estimate all types of projects and supervise group work effort.
• Mentor and develop junior estimators.
• Identify and meet customers' needs, expectations, and requirements.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and change priorities as necessary.
• Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
• Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of estimating or relevant experience in closing construction estimates.
• Experience with Accubid estimating software, Livecount Cloud, and Bluebeam software preferred.
• Experience with CAD or 3D software preferred.
• Combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

• Up to 10% travel.

• General environment includes sitting, standing, walking, typing, carrying, and occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Mostly indoors with fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level typically low to medium; can be louder on job sites.
• We fully comply with ADA and applicable state law, including reasonable accommodations.

Rosendin Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age, or any other category protected by applicable law.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) plan
• Annual bonus program based on 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 through the Rosendin Foundation