Estimator 2

RSS.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Life and Disability Benefits

Paid Holidays & Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

RSS. is searching for an Estimator II located in Sacramento, California. This role involves utilizing expertise to assess project costs accurately and contributing to the success of electrical projects. The ideal candidate should have advanced knowledge of electrical systems, excellent analytical skills, and a solid track record in electrical estimating.

Key responsibilities include reviewing bid documents, providing detailed cost estimates, and maintaining communication with clients to ensure smooth project progression. The position offers competitive salaries and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of electrical systems and applications in commercial and industrial environments.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications related to electrical scope.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines on multiple estimates.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents to define scope and identify potential risks.
• Provide detailed cost estimates covering defined scope.
• Obtain quotes on various electrical items.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Advanced knowledge of electrical systems

Tools

Bluebeam

Accubid

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

The Estimator II will utilize their expertise to accurately assess project costs and contribute to the success of our electrical projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in electrical estimating, a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems, and excellent analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Tasks

• Fully understand Rex Moore’s pre-award processes as well as the services provided to the client.
• Review all bid documents to define scope and identify potential risks, research and mitigate new risks.
• Establish client expectations to fully define scope expectations.
• Provide detailed cost estimates that cover defined scope.
• Perform accurate material takeoffs of electrical systems.
• Plan and coordinate all aspects of the estimating process, including working with vendors, subcontractors, subconsultants and clients.
• Obtain quotes on items such as lighting, power distribution, generators, etc.
• Review and understand inclusions and exclusions of quotes obtained from outside vendors, select compliant bids and send required revisions back to non‑compliant quoting vendors.
• Enter material takeoffs into Accubid.
• Work in conjunction with our internal Low Voltage and Fire Alarm estimators.
• Enter all project information into recap sheet for review and approval by supervisor.
• Schedule and attend estimate review with preconstruction director and project executive of the region supporting the bid.
• Follow up with clients after bids have been submitted to obtain key information on how Rex Moore finished.
• Complete the necessary steps upon award of a project to turnover scope, proposal and budget to the project management team.
• Compile relevant bid documents, quotes, schedules, budget and related items.
• Complete project brief.
• Provide support to relay scope definition and associated backup of how scope was covered to the PM team.
• Follow up with client as required to determine open items such as alternates, status of pending contract and release.
• Establish and maintain contact with client to ensure a smooth contract awarding process.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life and Disability Benefits
• Paid Holidays & Paid time off
• Access to multiple types of training
• Opportunities for Self‑development and Career Progression
• Wellness Benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Apprenticeship Program

Career Advancement

At Rex Moore, we provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast‑paced, and fun workplace environment. If you’re looking to build a strong career, we have an opportunity for you.

Compensation

Rex Moore pays hourly or salary rates commensurate with each employee’s knowledge, experience and skill level.

Work Environment

• Estimator II typically work in an office environment, though may occasionally visit worksites to observe a project or to meet with clients. When on worksites, Estimator II is to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), always including a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, work boots and high visibility vest/shirt.
• Working around energized equipment.
• Requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain and snow.

Reporting Structure

Reports to – Preconstruction Director. Department – Pre‑Award.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of electrical systems and applications in the commercial and industrial environment.
• Ability to interface comfortably with key personnel from the General Contractors team.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specs (electrical and other trades as they pertain to electrical scope).
• Thorough knowledge of Bluebeam, Accubid, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Dynamics.
• Willingness to work in a potentially fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines with accurate takeoffs and proposals across complex and/or multiple concurrent estimates.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work within a team setting.
• Ability to effectively communicate takeoff approach to other team members and external people.
• Ability to start, build and maintain relationships with clients and third parties such as architects and engineers.
• Willingness to mentor junior team members.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to verbally communicate: convey detailed and accurate instructions and information.
• Ability to hear with or without correction in order to receive and interpret detailed information.
• Required to sit at a desk workstation for long periods of time.
• Push, pull, lift and carry at least 10 pounds.
• Frequently required to walk and stand; may involve infrequent site visits requiring walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs and wearing appropriate PPE.
• Required to have visual acuity with or without correction to read contract documents, analyze data, view a computer monitor and proof‑read documents to identify errors.
• Required to use fingers and hands: type using a computer keyboard, handle, feel and reach.
• May occasionally be required to stoop, kneel and crouch.

EOE