Senior Estimator - Building Group

Royal Electric Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

$50k Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Royal Electric Company is seeking a Sr Estimator in Dallas, TX to manage bids and lead the estimating team. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in the field along with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will build relationships with clients and vendors while ensuring accurate bidding processes. This position offers a salary between $120,000 and $165,000 annually, along with competitive benefits including health care and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Field experience is a plus.
• Ability to successfully lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure the estimating team has the proper information prior to bidding.
• Manage multiple bids at one time depending on the size and complexity of the project.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Estimating software (Accubid, Onscreen Takeoff)

Job description

Overview

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 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 have a current opening for a Sr Estimator in our Sacramento, CA office and Dallas, TX office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Compare historical data and production rates to accurately build the bid
• Ensure the estimating team has the proper information prior to bidding
• Develop the overall plan to bid day by prioritizing the activities for the Jr Estimators and Estimators for a cohesive sequence of tasks that are vital to the project bid
• Oversee timely and accurate takeoffs, subcontractor and material vendor outreach and confirm that the subs/prime contractors are in line with our scope of work to prevent gaps in the bid
• Develop detailed scope letters that clearly identify our clarifications and exclusions as well as any subcontractor exclusions early in the bid process to allow for communication and scope coverage between Royal and the prime and subcontractors
• Ensure the estimating team stays on track and meets deadlines
• Document and categorize all relevant project information including scope, material pricing, sub pricing and a detailed estimator summary
• Collaborate with Operations and Support Ops teams to build a quality estimate and create a seamless transition from estimate to project launch
• Communicate with the estimating team to make sure resources are being allocated adequately
• Manage multiple bids at one time depending on the size and complexity of the project
• Take time daily to coach Jr Estimators and Estimators to reach their maximum potential
• Ensure that all team members are living up to linking values by leading by example
• Be a resource for the estimating team

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Field experience is a plus
• Thorough knowledge of the entire construction process
• Ability to provide guidance to team on interpreting construction plans and specs
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to successfully lead and develop a team
• Ability to effectively delegate tasks to a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and estimating software such as Accubid and Onscreen Takeoff
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines
• Must be detail-orientated and well organized
• Ability to work with a team and independently
• 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 50 pounds at times

Salary Range

• $120,000/year - $165,000/year
• This is exempt position

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

Equal Opportunity & Benefits

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regard 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. E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Veterans, women & minorities encouraged to apply. 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 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&D)
• 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, & Transit
• Pharmacy discounts
• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities

• 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!