Loenbro · 1 month ago
Chief Estimator
Dallas, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLoenbro is a company that specializes in energy services and is seeking a Chief Estimator to oversee the estimating and proposal preparation for various industrial projects. The role involves coordinating bid meetings, preparing estimates, and ensuring effective project implementation while maintaining documentation to support estimate figures.
ConsultingConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsEnergyReal EstateRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk throughs at various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal
Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer
Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production-based estimates
Prepare full-scope estimates on small, medium, and large-scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner
Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation
Review Field Change Orders for assigned projects and provide estimates if necessary
Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures
Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids
Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals
Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Division Manager
Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback
Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates)
Development of historical cost and production database, activity code book, and standardized cost codes
Delegate/assist project managers with various estimates and RFP responses
Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented
As needed with revenue growth, build a team to support the estimating process
Qualification
Required
5+ years heavy industrial/process facility experience in cost estimating and cost control in the Electrical field
Strong knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control techniques
Ability to estimate all types and sizes of projects
Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision
Knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and good organizational skills
Proficient with all Microsoft Office products
Ability to work on multiple projects at one time
Must be able to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround times on estimates
Completion of OSHA or equivalent safety training
Driver's license with a clean driving record
Preferred
Experience with AccuBid estimating software
Experience with P6 or similar scheduling software
Experience with Viewpoint or similar account software
Benefits
Health Insurance- Up to 80% of the Employee portion paid
Health Savings Account (HSA) optional enrollment
Paid Time Off after waiting period
401k after 90 days of employment with a company match up to 4% (Employees are 100% vested after 90 day waiting period.)
Employee paid Dental, Vision, Life and Accident Insurance
Company
Loenbro
Loenbro is a construction firm dealing in energy-related construction, industrial, and inspection services.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-11Acquired
2019-01-01Undisclosed
Leadership Team
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Daniel Cowan
President & CEO
Kenneth Shepherd
Vice President Sales/Marketing Southern U.S.
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