Junior Estimator - Infrastructure

Royal Electric Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Royal Electric Company is hiring a Junior Estimator in Dallas, TX. The role supports the Infrastructure Group with airfield, civil, and underground projects, assisting with cost estimates and resource planning for electrical construction bids.

Responsibilities include analyzing drawings, producing BOMs, sending RFQs, preparing bid packages, and coordinating with internal teams. Training and growth opportunities are offered within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specs.
• Willingness to learn and understand the industry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills.
• Must be detail-orientated and organized.
• Ability to work with a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with analyzing drawings, specifications, proposals to complete checklists/spreadsheets.
• Focus on takeoff process and use project checklists/spreadsheets.
• Compile counts/quantities to create BOMs for RFQ.
• Send RFQs to material vendors and subcontractors with BOMs/documents.
• Assist in subcontractor outreach and good faith efforts.
• Create RFIs and submit for review.
• Prepare and organize bid packages.
• File management throughout estimates/bids.
• Assist with final bid review and hand-off to project management.

Skills

Read construction plans

Excellent communication

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Team player

Ability to work under deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bluebeam

Estimating software

Job description

Join Team Royal!

Why Royal?

At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like "Breaking Barriers," showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry. Breaking Barriers: Women At Work Episode 1

We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time!

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

One Royal Culture Short Story

We have a current opening for a Junior Estimator in our Dallas, TX office.

The Junior Estimator will be an add to our Infrastructure Group, focusing on Airfield, Civil, Underground, etc. As an essential part of the bidding process; they assist with cost estimates and resource requirements for electrical construction projects.

Success in the position is achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:

• Assist with analyzing drawings, specifications, proposals, etc. to complete various checklist/spreadsheets related to a project.
• Focus on the takeoff process and utilize the checklist/spreadsheets created for the project.
• Compile counts/quantities to create bill of materials (BOMs) as part of the request for quote process (RFQ)
• Send RFQs out to material vendors and sub-contractors including all the necessary BOMS/documents related to the project.
• Assist in subcontractor outreach including good faith efforts.
• Create requests for information (RFIs) and submit to Estimator for review.
• Participate in preparing and organizing bid packages.
• File management throughout the entire duration of the estimates/bids
• Assist with final bid review.
• Assist with "hand-off" to project management team after project is awarded including attending project kick off meetings when needed.
• Complete misc. projects as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or field experience is a plus.
• Electrical estimating experience is a plus.
• Experience using Bluebeam and estimating software is a plus.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specs.
• Willingness to learn and understand the industry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills internally and externally.
• Must be detail-orientated and well organized.
• Ability to work with a team and independently.

Safety Physical Requirements

• Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Sit, stand, and walk during the duration of the workday.
• Will lift, carry, push, pull, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Salary Range:

$22.00/hour - $27.00/hour

• This is a non-exempt position

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.

Benefits

• Health
• Health Care Plan (3 types of medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)
• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).
• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&DD)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays)
• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly - work related), & Transit
• Pharmacy discounts
• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)
• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement
• Wellness Resources
• Free telehealth
• Health Joy App
• Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)
• CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team
• Employee Assistance Support
• Hearing Aid discount plan
• Laser VisionCare discount plan
• Learning & Development
• Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely
• Professional & Leadership Development Training
• Skill Development Training
• Mentorship Program
• On-The-Job & Classroom Training
• Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company's referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!