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Join our Denver team and become an employee of a nationality recognized Top Workplace! We're currently seeking a Chief Estimator to play a role in focusing on client results through innovation and experience. Come join our award-winning team!
Why Work for Us?
Benefits, Compensation, Community Involvement And Employee Appreciation
Each member of the Guarantee team is an essential partner in building our successful future. Guarantee offers a rewarding career path, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits package. This includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which is 100% company funded, and employee owned.
We own it ! As employee-owners, we work with and for each other. We share a commitment to excellence and know that our efforts deliver exceptional results.
We offer robust benefits with a competitive salary based on knowledge and experience. Employees are also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses. We offer a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, accidental, critical illness, life and disability insurances, vacation/sick time, and a matching 401K plan.
Our
GECO Gives
program highlights our mission to give back to our communities through community outreach, philanthropy and volunteering. Some of our favorites being Pedal the Cause, KIDstruction, Big Brothers Big Sisters and more!
Responsibilities
The expectation is that the Chief Estimator will not only oversee and review large target key pursuits, ranging from $5M to $100M, but also actively lead and estimate these pursuits. They need to be hands-on, ready to perform takeoffs in Accubid/Live Count. Oversee and review all major project estimates in the Western Region, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with company standards Develop and implement standardized estimating procedures and best practices for the Western Region, consistent with company-wide methodologies Lead the Western Region estimating team in preparing comprehensive bids, including labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs Analyze Drawings, specifications, and project documentation to identify scope, potential risks, and opportunities specific to Western Region projects Collaborate with Western Region Project Managers, Engineers, and Operations teams to ensure estimates account for all project requirements Maintain relationships with key Western Region suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and reliable material quotes Conduct final estimate reviews and bid strategy meetings before submission to clients in the Western market Work with Western Region leadership to evaluate which projects to pursue based on regional capacity, profitability potential, and strategic growth objectives Lead preconstruction efforts including developing conceptual estimates, design criteria, and performance specifications for design-build projects in the Western Region Identify and quantify project-specific risks to determine appropriate contingencies and exclusions in bid proposals, accounting for Western Region market conditions Develop sophisticated labor unit rates based on project type, conditions, and complexity factors specific to Western Region labor markets and jurisdictions Stay at the forefront of BIM and VDC technologies to leverage 3D modeling for more accurate takeoffs and coordination planning Monitor Western Region market conditions, supply chain dynamics, and competitors to maintain competitive bidding strategies Manage, mentor, and develop Western Region estimating staff, providing guidance and technical expertise Participate in project handoff meetings to ensure smooth transitions from estimating to project execution for Western Region projects
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive estimating experience in electrical contracting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role Minimum of 3 years of experience in Western Region markets In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, construction methods, and industry standards Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Accubid) Experience with BIM/VDC technologies for electrical construction Demonstrated expertise in multiple market sectors relevant to the Western Region Strong understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC), Western Region building codes, and other relevant standards Proven track record of successful preconstruction leadership and design-build project experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) advantageous
Additional Skills & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, components, and installation methods across various market sectors Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail Advanced understanding of construction documents, specifications, and contract terms specific to Western Region markets Superior mathematical and quantitative analysis abilities Excellent team leadership and mentoring capabilities Strong negotiation skills for vendor and subcontractor pricing in Western Region markets Effective communication across all organizational levels Strategic thinking with capacity to identify bid opportunities and risks specific to Western Region projects Project planning and critical path analysis expertise Market specialization knowledge to understand unique requirements of different sectors in the Western Region Supply chain management expertise to secure competitive pricing in fluctuating Western Region market conditions Familiarity with Western Region building codes, permitting requirements, and local jurisdiction regulations
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more information about Guarantee Electrical Company, please visit www.geco.com Seniority level
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Chief Estimator
role at
Guarantee Electrical Company 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Chief Estimator
role at
Guarantee Electrical Company Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Partner. Energize. Deliver.
Partner. Energize. Deliver.
Join our Denver team and become an employee of a nationality recognized Top Workplace! We're currently seeking a Chief Estimator to play a role in focusing on client results through innovation and experience. Come join our award-winning team!
Why Work for Us?
Benefits, Compensation, Community Involvement And Employee Appreciation
Each member of the Guarantee team is an essential partner in building our successful future. Guarantee offers a rewarding career path, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits package. This includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which is 100% company funded, and employee owned.
We own it ! As employee-owners, we work with and for each other. We share a commitment to excellence and know that our efforts deliver exceptional results.
We offer robust benefits with a competitive salary based on knowledge and experience. Employees are also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses. We offer a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, accidental, critical illness, life and disability insurances, vacation/sick time, and a matching 401K plan.
Our
GECO Gives
program highlights our mission to give back to our communities through community outreach, philanthropy and volunteering. Some of our favorites being Pedal the Cause, KIDstruction, Big Brothers Big Sisters and more!
Responsibilities
The expectation is that the Chief Estimator will not only oversee and review large target key pursuits, ranging from $5M to $100M, but also actively lead and estimate these pursuits. They need to be hands-on, ready to perform takeoffs in Accubid/Live Count. Oversee and review all major project estimates in the Western Region, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with company standards Develop and implement standardized estimating procedures and best practices for the Western Region, consistent with company-wide methodologies Lead the Western Region estimating team in preparing comprehensive bids, including labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs Analyze Drawings, specifications, and project documentation to identify scope, potential risks, and opportunities specific to Western Region projects Collaborate with Western Region Project Managers, Engineers, and Operations teams to ensure estimates account for all project requirements Maintain relationships with key Western Region suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and reliable material quotes Conduct final estimate reviews and bid strategy meetings before submission to clients in the Western market Work with Western Region leadership to evaluate which projects to pursue based on regional capacity, profitability potential, and strategic growth objectives Lead preconstruction efforts including developing conceptual estimates, design criteria, and performance specifications for design-build projects in the Western Region Identify and quantify project-specific risks to determine appropriate contingencies and exclusions in bid proposals, accounting for Western Region market conditions Develop sophisticated labor unit rates based on project type, conditions, and complexity factors specific to Western Region labor markets and jurisdictions Stay at the forefront of BIM and VDC technologies to leverage 3D modeling for more accurate takeoffs and coordination planning Monitor Western Region market conditions, supply chain dynamics, and competitors to maintain competitive bidding strategies Manage, mentor, and develop Western Region estimating staff, providing guidance and technical expertise Participate in project handoff meetings to ensure smooth transitions from estimating to project execution for Western Region projects
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive estimating experience in electrical contracting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role Minimum of 3 years of experience in Western Region markets In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, construction methods, and industry standards Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Accubid) Experience with BIM/VDC technologies for electrical construction Demonstrated expertise in multiple market sectors relevant to the Western Region Strong understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC), Western Region building codes, and other relevant standards Proven track record of successful preconstruction leadership and design-build project experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) advantageous
Additional Skills & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, components, and installation methods across various market sectors Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail Advanced understanding of construction documents, specifications, and contract terms specific to Western Region markets Superior mathematical and quantitative analysis abilities Excellent team leadership and mentoring capabilities Strong negotiation skills for vendor and subcontractor pricing in Western Region markets Effective communication across all organizational levels Strategic thinking with capacity to identify bid opportunities and risks specific to Western Region projects Project planning and critical path analysis expertise Market specialization knowledge to understand unique requirements of different sectors in the Western Region Supply chain management expertise to secure competitive pricing in fluctuating Western Region market conditions Familiarity with Western Region building codes, permitting requirements, and local jurisdiction regulations
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more information about Guarantee Electrical Company, please visit www.geco.com Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Guarantee Electrical Company by 2x Get notified about new Chief Estimator jobs in
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