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Loenbro · 2 hours ago

Chief Estimator - Industrial Electrical

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. The Chief Estimator will be responsible for providing full electrical estimating and proposal preparation for industrial facilities, covering projects up to $20M in various industries.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk through 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

Qualification

Cost EstimatingElectrical EngineeringProposal PreparationAccuBid SoftwareSafety TrainingProject ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

5+ years of heavy industrial or process‑facility experience in cost estimating and cost control within the Electrical field, with strong knowledge of estimating techniques and engineering disciplines required to perform work
Must be able to estimate all types and sizes of projects while preparing complex proposals with minimal supervision and demonstrating knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates
Ability to travel periodically to job sites as required, must have completed OSHA or equivalent safety training, and must hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills, solid organizational capabilities, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and the capacity to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround timelines on estimates

Preferred

Experience with AccuBid estimating software preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
Life and disability insurance
Professional development and training opportunities
Employee assistance program (EAP)

Company

Loenbro

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Loenbro is a construction firm dealing in energy-related construction, industrial, and inspection services.

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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2025-12-11Acquired
2019-01-01Undisclosed

Leadership Team

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Daniel Cowan
President & CEO
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Kenneth Shepherd
Vice President Sales/Marketing Southern U.S.
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