Chief Electrical Estimator

Position Summary:

The Chief Estimator is responsible for leading the estimating function and developing accurate, competitive, and profitable project cost estimates. This role provides strategic oversight of all estimating activities, manages the estimating team, establishes pricing strategies, and supports executive decision‐making during bid selection and preconstruction phases.

Key Responsibilities – Estimating Leadership & Strategy:

Ø Direct and oversee estimating operations across multiple projects

Ø Establish standardized estimating procedures, tools, and best practices

Ø Provide go/no‐go recommendations based on risk, capacity, and profitability

Ø Align estimating strategy with company financial and growth objectives

Ø Update/manage Accubid

Cost Estimating & Analysis:

Ø Review and approve detailed cost estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead

Ø Analyze project drawings, specifications, and contractual documents

Ø Develop conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates at various project stages

Ø Identify cost risks, scope gaps, and value‐engineering opportunities

Team Management:

Ø Lead, mentor, and evaluate estimators

Ø Assign estimating workloads and ensure deadlines are met

Ø Update Operations Director on team member workloads prior to staff meetings

Ø Train team members on estimating software, takeoff methods, and pricing standards

Bid Preparation & Proposal Management:

Ø Oversee preparation of complete bid packages and proposals

Ø Ensure all bids comply with solicitation, scope, and contractual requirements

Ø Conduct final estimate reviews and pricing approvals prior to submission

Ø Participate in executive bid reviews and presentations

Risk Management & Financial Oversight:

Ø Identify estimating risks related to labor productivity, escalation, and market conditions

Ø Determine appropriate contingencies and exclusions

Ø Track estimate accuracy and post‐project cost performance – “Cost to Complete”

FIS, strives to provide superior service in the industrial, commercial, telecommunication, and utility market. The safety of our team, their families, and our partners is our first priority. We believe in building lasting relationships through mutual respect and understanding. We vow to complete each project as safely and efficiently as possible while respecting our partners’ time and financial investment.