Chief Electrical Estimator

Chief Estimator

Facility Solutions Group is dedicated to timeless contribution and service in the lighting, electrical, energy, and technology fields. Our mission is to consistently provide our customers with superior value through quality products, service, and support by contributing to the quality of life of all employees.

As one of the nation’s largest single-source providers of lighting and electrical products, electrical services, electrical construction, and energy management solutions we are expanding our staff and seeking an Chief Electrical Estimator to join the FSG-San Antonio team.

Job Scope

As a Chief Electrical Estimator, you will skillfully work with our project management, estimating, and sales departments on multi-million dollar projects. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in Excel, AccuBid, Word, and have excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Take off projects, enter estimates, and write proposals for both mid to large size construction projects with minimal supervision
• Review estimates and lead bid review process with management personnel to ensure that bids/estimates are completed on time and with a high degree of quality
• Assign and coordinate estimating requirements to estimating staff for each project based on schedule and project needs
• Drive estimating reviews to ensure that all project plans, specifications, and scopes are fully covered by the estimating staff
• Consults with project managers, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders as required to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Provide guidance, direction, and support to estimating team to help resolve complex issues
• Responsible for the accuracy of estimates and provides guidance to estimators daily
• Supervise, direct, train and mentor estimating staff to ensure company, team, and individual processes and goals are met
• Manage day-to-day operations of a staff (up to 15 people) including operating budgets, staffing, performance reviews, and work assignments
• Provide conceptual budgeting advice to clients and project managers based on historical data, past experience and parametric estimating ratios; effectively communicate thought process
• Ability to assess project risks and requirements to provide support ranking and selecting bid opportunities; provide strategic input to ensure competitive pricing
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with key stakeholders including general contractors, clients, vendors, company personnel and estimating staff
• Track information regarding material types and costs, labor productivity issues, historical data, and current construction trends to incorporate this knowledge into estimates
• Manage flow of information within department to ensure it is timely and aids in accurate estimates
• Manage the accuracy and quality of the estimating database
• Meet with general contractors and participate in bid interviews as required
• Provide management updates and analysis of department KPIs
• Develop scope letters and assist with proposal preparation
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong executive presence with an ability to build and manage effective relationships and department functions in a professional manner
• Excellent communicator to effectively lead the team and provide clear direction
• Ability and desire to train and mentor estimators and PM development candidates ranging from senior estimators to trainees.
• Team player with ability to collaborate with a wide variety of personnel both internal and external
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and thrive under pressure while maintaining a calm demeanor
• Expert knowledge of electrical estimating with the ability to anticipate pricing issues and the ability to provide value engineering guidance
• Thorough knowledge of the electrical industry with general knowledge of mechanical, civil, and other specialty trades
• Ability to incorporate the National Electrical Code, building codes, and OSHA requirements into estimates
• Desire to build relationships with key stakeholders involved with the estimating process and actively participates in industry, client, and community relations
• Strong conceptual estimating skills
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to implement change
• Detail-oriented with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely

• BS Degree in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred but not required
• 10+ years electrical contracting or construction experience
• 8+ years electrical estimating experience
• 3+ years senior management or executive level experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Proficient with Accubid
• Ability to visit jobsites and interact with field personnel
• Handle physical aspects of job: standing, sitting, lifting up to 40 lbs
• Knowledge of Local Market and its principle general contracts

WE OFFER

• Stable employment
• 401K Program with matching
• Medical, Dental and Life benefits
• Advancement opportunities for outstanding performers

FSG is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.