Senior Estimator - Electrical

Southland Industries, Inc.; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries, Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare budgets, concepts, and detailed estimates for mid-to large-scale projects. You will analyze drawings, perform take-offs, and price materials using estimating software.

In collaboration with the Lead/Chief Estimator, you will finalize FEBs and present bids to executives, then generate project review reports and mentor junior staff. Responsibilities include complex document red-lining, client meetings, and staying current with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred
• 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
• Ability to translate concepts and information into images; applies design principles
• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Strong knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software
• Proficient in Accubid Anywhere Estimating Software

Responsibilities

• Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates for medium-size to larger projects
• Analyzes drawings and uses software to perform material take-offs and pricing
• Performs complex red-lining of documents
• Partners with Lead/Chief Estimator to finalize FEB and present bids
• Generates reports and interprets them for Project Review and builds FEB
• Participates in client interview meetings to discuss project
• Stays current with best practices and shares information with team
• Trains and mentors less-experienced Estimators

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Cost data interpretation

Reading drawings/specs

Mathematical calculations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred

Trade school or equivalent training/experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Auto Bid Mechanical

Sheet Metal Estimating

Accubid Anywhere Estimating

Job description

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

• 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 in to 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 Excel and Word skills
• Strong knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software
• Proficient in Accubid Anywhere Estimating Software

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

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be establishedafter a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).