Chief Estimator

We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead our estimating department. This role involves setting goals, improving profitability, and ensuring efficient operations while fostering team development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Operations Manager and owners to establish and review yearly, quarterly, and monthly estimating goals.
• Analyze hit ratios and strategically determine profitable bids.
• Oversee staff levels and coordinate training for the estimating team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and follow up on bid results.
• Review bids for completeness and accuracy; define scope, inclusions, and exclusions.
• Create an estimator handbook and enforce standard procedures.
• Maintain statistics on job bids and report to the Commercial Operations Manager.
• Provide training on bid policies and relevant software (e.g., Accubid, BlueBeam).
• Lead weekly estimator meetings to assign jobs and review performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience; with at least 5 years in a senior or lead estimator role.
• Proficient in estimating software, particularly Accubid Anywhere.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.

Compensation:

$120k-$135k

FL. STATE LICENSE: #EC-0002698

NOTICE TO RECRUITERS

Erwin Electric, Inc. does not accept any unsolicited agency or staffing firm resumes. All unsolicited resumes submitted will be considered property of Erwin Electric, Inc. Erwin Electric, Inc. is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes and will consider all resumes sent to any member or Erwin Electric, Inc. as gifts with no fees due.