Chief Electrical Estimator

Insero Talent Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial and industrial construction company in Rochester is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead the estimating team in producing accurate and competitive bids, ensuring consistency and discipline across preconstruction systems. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical construction, strong technical knowledge, and proven leadership abilities. Responsibilities include maintaining quality standards, guiding project selection, and representing the company in client interactions. This role is integral to driving profitability and growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical construction.
• Ability to interpret drawings, contracts, and specifications accurately.
• Financial awareness to maintain profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the estimating team for accurate bids.
• Set and uphold estimating standards and workflows.
• Represent the company in pre-bid meetings and client presentations.

Skills

Technical knowledge of electrical construction

Estimating software proficiency

Analytical skills

Leadership and coaching ability

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Estimating software

Takeoff tools

Cost analysis tools

Job description

Insero Talent Solutions has partnered with a rapidly expanding commercial and industrial construction company based in Rochester to recruit a Chief Estimator.

Position Summary

The Chief Estimator is a key position within the company and is responsible for leading estimating team to pursue profitable projects, deliver accurate and competitive bids, and secure the gross profit that powers company growth. This role ensures consistency, innovation, and discipline across all preconstruction systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the estimating team to produce accurate, competitive bids that align with strategy and profitability goals.
• Establish training and development. Identify and implement training with clear KPI’s and ensure team compliance with standards.
• Set and uphold the company’s estimating standards, templates, workflows and CRM compliance to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Evaluate opportunities and guide collaborative project selection based on company focus, long‑term value, integrated delivery, and regional impact.
• Oversee bid reviews, buyouts, and risk assessments with Executives, PMs, and Procurement.
• Handle projects up to $20,000,000.
• Maintain a current database of pricing, vendors, and industry trends.
• Track awarded jobs and maintain organized records for future reference.
• Represent the company in pre‑bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations.
• Track performance, variance, and continuous improvement opportunities across the preconstruction process.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma required, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience with strong technical knowledge of electrical construction and related scopes.
• Highly proficient in estimating software, takeoff tools, and cost analysis.
• Ability to interpret drawings, contracts, and specifications accurately.
• Financial awareness and analytical skills to maintain profitability targets.
• Inside sales mindset: Act as the inside sales team by proactively initiating client contact to develop trust.
• Deep expertise in electrical and construction estimating.
• Proven leadership and coaching ability to develop high-performing teams.
• Confident, professional, and clear communicator who brings clarity and alignment across teams.