Senior Estimator - Building Group

Royal Electric · Dallas, TX Full Time
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Job Description

At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty . These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time! We have a current opening for a Sr Estimator in our Sacramento, CA office and Dallas, TX office. Success in the position is achieved through the following duties & responsibilities: Develop and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors. Compare historical data and production rates to accurately build the bid. Ensure the estimating team has the proper information prior to bidding. Develop the overall plan to bid day by prioritizing the activities for the Jr Estimators and Estimators for a cohesive sequence of tasks that are vital to the project bid. Oversee timely and accurate takeoffs, subcontractor and material vendor outreach and confirm that the subs/prime contractors are in line with our scope of work to prevent gaps in the bid. Develop detailed scope letters that clearly identify our clarifications and exclusions as well as any subcontractor exclusions early in the bid process to allow for communication and scope coverage between Royal and the prime and subcontractors. Ensure the estimating team stays on track and meets deadlines. Document and categorize all relevant project information including scope, material pricing, sub pricing and a detailed estimator summary. Collaborate with Operations and Support Ops teams to build a quality estimate and create a seamless transition from estimate to project launch. Communicate with the estimating team to make sure resources are being allocated adequately. Manage multiple bids at one time depending on the size and complexity of the project. Take time daily to coach Jr Estimators and Estimators to reach their maximum potential. · Ensure that all team members are living up to linking values by leading by example. Be a resource for the estimating team. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience Field experience is a plus. Thorough knowledge of the entire construction process. Ability to provide guidance to team on interpreting construction plans and specs. Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors. · Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to successfully lead and develop a team. Ability to effectively delegate tasks to a team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and estimating software such as Accubid and Onscreen Takeoff. Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines. Must be detail-orientated and well organized. Ability to work with a team and independently. Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites. Must comply with al

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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr
DFW Median $26,894/yr
Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr
vs. National Median -24.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

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