Job Description

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 are able to 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 an Electrical Estimator in Dallas, TX.

Position Description:

The  Estimator, will skillfully read and interpret plans, proposals and other documentation to develop bids and successfully negotiate budgets. The  Estimator will also be able to prepare and present estimate documentation, as well as, track 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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Considerations:

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

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specs.
• Understand the construction process.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to successfully complete estimates from start to finish.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively delegate tasks to a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and estimating software such as Accubid and Onscreen Takeoff
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills internally and externally.
• Must be detail-orientated and well organized.
• Ability to work with a team and independently.

Salary Range:

$85,000/year - $125,000/year

• This is an exempt position

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

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards 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 with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link: 

We promote a drug free workplace.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources

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