Senior Electrical Estimator

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, Rosendin offers meaningful career growth with a proven industry leader on high‑profile electrical construction projects. Rosendin is one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States, employing over 7,000 people and operating as an employee‑owned company that gives you a unique share‑ownership benefit.

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing and completing bid/submittal documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. As the Lead Estimator, you will collaborate with other estimators, suppliers, and customers to complete the estimate.

• Prepare estimates from quantity take‑offs and complete deliverable reports to print.
• Identify key project elements that enable a competitive estimate.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre‑bid meetings to determine scope of work.
• Evaluate opportunities for value engineering cost savings.
• Lead personnel preparing discipline sub‑estimates for assigned bids.
• Maintain all working documents and data to support estimate figures.
• Develop labor productivity and installation unit costs based on site conditions and historical data.
• Create detailed material and equipment listings and obtain supplier quotes.
• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and review quote completeness and compliance.
• Ensure timely completion of all client‑required documents.
• Draft scope/proposal letters for bids and negotiated projects.
• Provide the Chief Estimator with a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing before the bid package is issued.
• After a successful bid, work with Project Management to explain job scope and transition details.
• Maintain files of all working documents and update Rosendin’s approved estimating program.

General duties are provided for background only; additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business unit needs.

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering design drawings.
• Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
• Estimate all types of projects and coordinate and supervise group work effort.
• Mentor and assist with the development of estimators.
• Identify and meet customers’ needs, expectations, and requirements.
• Proficient in 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, and clients.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of estimating or closing construction estimates experience.
• Experience with Accubid estimating software, Livecount Cloud, and Bluebeam software preferred.
• Experience with CAD or 3‑D software preferred.
• A combination of education, training, and relevant experience is acceptable.

• Up to 10%

• General environment includes sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, and bending; conducted primarily indoors with fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is typically low to medium; can be loud on a job site.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• Rosendin fully complies with the ADA and applicable state law, including reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants and employees.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• 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 with the Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We work together around a shared vision and sense of ownership to ensure the success of our business and your career.