Senior Estimator Electrical

Southland Industries Inc.; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Training and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries Inc. in Carrollton, Texas, is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare budgets and estimates for medium to large projects. This role involves analyzing project drawings, partnering with Lead Estimators to finalize bids, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in construction cost principles. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, including managing people.
• Ability to translate concepts into images; applies design principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepares preliminary budgets and estimates for projects.
• Analyzes drawings for detailed estimates using applicable software.
• Partners with Lead Estimator to finalize bids.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to interpret cost data

Reading specifications and drawings

Knowledge of construction costs

Mathematical calculations

Drafting skills

Excel skills

Word skills

Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary — Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for medium-size to larger projects with experience in one or more trades.

Position Details

• Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing. Ensures potential issues with estimates are discussed with manager.
• Performs more complex red-lining of documents.
• Partners with Lead Estimator or Chief Estimator to finalize Field Estimate and Bid (FEB). Presents bids to Project Executives and Project Managers.
• Generates reports and interprets them for Project Review. Transfers information into final review format and builds FEB for review.
• Participates in client interview meetings to discuss project.
• Stays current with best practices and shares information with team as necessary.
• Trains and mentors less-experienced Estimators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, including managing people
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
• Strong ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Strong knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Strong ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations
• Ability to translate concepts and information into images; applies design principles
• Strong drafting skills
• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Strong knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer statement available upon request.