Sr. Electrical Estimator - Building Group (CA)

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We have a current opening for an Sr. Electrical Estimator - Building Group for our Sacramento, CA office.

Position Description:

The Sr. Estimator, will skillfully read and interpret plans, proposals and other documentation to develop bids and successfully negotiate budgets. The Sr. Estimator will also be able to prepare and present estimate documentation and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual cost. 

Essential Functions:

• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, etc. to complete various checklist/spreadsheets related to a project.
• Review takeoff process with Jr Estimator and ensure the checklist/spreadsheets are created for the project.
• Compile counts/quantities to create bill of materials (BOMs) as part of the request for quote process (RFQ)
• Enter counts/quantities into estimating software.
• Review RFQs from material vendors and sub-contractors for scope discrepancies and accuracies.
• Manage in subcontractor outreach including good faith efforts.
• Represent Royal Electric in meetings with vendors, General Contractors, Owners, and Subcontractors.
• Review requests for information (RFIs) provided by Jr Estimator
• Participate in preparing and organizing bid packages.
• File management throughout the entire duration of the estimates/bids
• Assist with final bid review
• Own “hand-off” to project management team after project is awarded including attending project kick off meetings when needed.
• Coach Jr Estimators for successful accomplishment of their own key results
• Complete misc. projects as assigned. 

Requirements

Special Considerations:

• Experience with Commercial/Residential projects
• Experience bidding Public Works projects

Required Skills & Abilities:

• 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. 

• Ensure the estimating team has the proper information prior to bidding. 

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors.  

• Compare historical data and production rates to accurately build the bid. 

• 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. 

• 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.