Chief Estimator - Industrial Electrical

Loenbro

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company &

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Loenbro, LLC in Gilbert, Arizona, seeks a Chief Estimator - Industrial Electrical to lead the estimating team for industrial facilities projects up to $20M. You will prepare full electrical estimates for new construction and maintenance, coordinating bid activities, and collaborating with project leaders to ensure accurate, timely proposals.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy industrial estimating, strong communication, OSHA training, and travel readiness; HeavyBid experience is preferred.

Qualifications

5+ years of heavy industrial or process‑facility cost estimating experience in the Electrical field.
Ability to estimate all types and sizes of projects with minimal supervision.
Must have OSHA or equivalent safety training and a valid driver’s license.
Strong written and oral communication skills and good organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the estimating team for specific projects or regions.
Coordinate bid meetings and site visits to determine scope and content.
Review specifications, drawings, and data to prepare complete proposals.
Incorporate historical data into unit and man-hour estimates.
Prepare full-scope estimates for small to large projects in a timely manner.
Provide turnover and technical support for project implementation.
Review Change Orders and provide estimates as needed.
Maintain documentation to back up estimate figures.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and others on bids.
Secure cost-effective material and subcontractor quotes from multiple sources.
Track RFP submissions and win/loss rates; develop cost databases.
Support continuous improvement of the bid process.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Electrical field knowledge

Strong communication

Travel readiness

OSHA training

Driver's license

Tools

HeavyBid estimating software

Job description

Job Title: Chief Estimator - Industrial Electrical

Company: Loenbro, LLC

Business Unit/Department

Location

Gilbert, Arizona

Reports to

Pre-Construction Director

Employment Type

Full Time

FLSA Classification

Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary

The Chief Estimator will be responsible for leading a team in providing full electrical estimating and proposal preparation for all types of industrial facilities, including both new construction and maintenance, for projects up to $20M in value. Estimates will cover all types of contracts in the energy, mining, power, manufacturing, pulp/paper, agricultural, pharma, and other industries which Loenbro serves.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Leading and managing entire estimating team for specific project or region.
Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk through various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal.
Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer.
Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production-based estimates.
Prepare full-scope estimates on small, medium, and large-scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner.
Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation.
Review Field Change Orders for assigned projects and provide estimates if necessary.
Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures.
Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids.
Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals.
Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Division Manager.
Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback
Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates)
Development of historical cost and production database, activity code book, and standardized cost codes
Delegate/assist project managers with various estimates and RFP responses.
Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of heavy industrial or process‑facility experience in cost estimating and cost control within the Electrical field, with strong knowledge of estimating techniques and engineering disciplines required to perform work.
Must be able to estimate all types and sizes of projects while preparing complex proposals with minimal supervision and demonstrating knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates.
Ability to travel periodically to job sites as required, must have completed OSHA or equivalent safety training, and must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills, solid organizational capabilities, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and the capacity to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround timelines on estimates.

Preferred

Experience with HeavyBid estimating software preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights).
Exposure to elements & weather, when applicable.
Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time monthly for required tasks
Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:

Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
Standing, Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel
Use of respirator if position requires

If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
Life and disability insurance
Professional development and training opportunities
Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided By Core Values

Guided By Core Values (LEAD), Grounded In Grit And a Commitment To Excellence, Loenbro Betters Our Families, Customers, And Local Communities. If You’re Ready To Be Part Of a Company That LEADS By