Senior Estimator High Voltage-EPC

Job Description

Job Description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you're looking to take career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. We are an organization built on integrity. We have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. Rosendin is one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States employing over 14,500 people. We are the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED company in the industry which means you will be a company owner too and have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success which means you benefit tremendously.

As a Senior High Voltage Estimator at Rosendin, you will be a strategic leader in our Renewables Pre-Construction team. You will be responsible for overseeing and managing the estimation process for complex and high-value energy projects that span the renewable energy and mission critical industries, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and profitability. These projects include substations, transmission lines, and medium voltage distribution networks.

• Prepare estimate from quantity take-off, vendor and subcontractor RFP issuance, bid leveling, and complete estimate assembly.

• Identify parts of project that may be key to making a competitive estimate.

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.

• Identify project risks and collaborate with the overall project team to determine mitigation strategies.

• Coordinate with civil, structural and electrical engineering teams during the proposal design and estimation process.

• Evaluate areas for potential value engineering cost savings.

• Evaluate designs and engineering to determine completeness and accuracy.

• Develop and/ or guide teams to prepare preliminary designs sufficient for estimating.

• Provide leadership to personnel preparing discipline sub estimates for assigned bids.

• Provide guidance and mentorship for junior estimators.

• Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate figures.

• Coordinate with the data and training group to develop labor productivity and (installation unit costs where applicable) based on projected site conditions and historical data.

• Prepare detailed listing of material and equipment items for the estimate and to obtain quotes.

• Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors and be responsible for soliciting quotes. Review quotes for completeness and conformance with plans and specs.

• Responsible for the timely completion of all client-required documents.

• Draft scope/proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects.

• Prior to the issuing of the formal bid package, provide the Chief Estimator with a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing for the estimated bid package.

• Participate in internal estimate reviews prior to submission to the client.

• Participate in client calls for bid clarification and updates as required.

• After the successful bid at project turnover, meet with the Project Management departments to fully explain job scope, potential areas of attention and other aspects for the successful transition of the project.

• Maintain files of all working documents to back-up estimate figures and update the Rosendin approved estimating program.

• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

• Excellent knowledge of substations, transmission and distribution systems, construction technology, and estimating techniques.

• Interpret computerized cost data and systems.

• Perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.

• Read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering design drawings.

• Identify and meet customers' needs, expectations, and requirements.

• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of specific variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and change priorities as necessary.

• Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a team environment.

• Ability to mentor less experienced estimators.

• Willingness to learn management techniques and take on management duties.

• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• 7-10 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably in the renewable energy sector or related industry.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

• Experience in Accubid Enterprise, a plus.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits and project meetings.

• Up to 15%

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.

• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• 3 days of paid sick leave each year

• 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year

• 3 days of paid Jury Duty

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Bonding Leave

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.