Company Overview

Veracity Electric is a multi-state electrical contractor focused on commercial and specialty electrical projects. We are a values-driven, faith-forward organization committed to excellence in execution, strong leadership, and long-term team development.

Our culture is built on:

• Integrity – We tell the truth and do what we say
• Accountability – We take ownership of results
• Humility – We work as a team and continue to learn
• Service – We exist to serve others through our work

Position Overview

The Chief Estimator is responsible for leading and developing the estimating function with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and accountability.

This role requires both technical expertise and leadership discipline to ensure estimates are aligned with company standards, risk is clearly defined, and projects are positioned for successful execution.

The Chief Estimator works closely with Business Development, Operations, and Finance to support strategic growth, improve hit rate, and maintain strong backlog quality.

Core Values & Culture Fit (Required)

• Candidates must demonstrate alignment with Veracity Electric’s values:
• Consistently operates with honesty and integrity
• Follows through on commitments (“Do What You Say”)
• Works collaboratively and supports team success
• Takes ownership of outcomes and performance
• Demonstrates professionalism in communication and decision-making
• Comfortable working in a faith-forward, openly Christian environment

Key Responsibilities

Estimating Leadership

• Lead and manage estimating team performance
• Establish and maintain standardized estimating processes
• Ensure consistency and accountability across all estimates

Estimating Systems and Controls

• Maintain cost databases for labor and materials
• Oversee vendor quote tracking and bid documentation
• Implement risk identification and contingency practices

Bid Strategy

• Support bid/no-bid decisions with Business Development
• Align estimating efforts with company goals and backlog needs
• Prioritize opportunities based on probability and profitability

Performance and Reporting

• Track key metrics including hit rate, accuracy, and capacity
• Report on estimating performance and pipeline activity
• Identify areas for improvement based on results

Handoff to Operations

• Ensure complete and accurate project handoff documentation
• Clearly define scope, assumptions, and risks
• Support continuous improvement through field feedback

Team Development

• Train and mentor estimating staff
• Establish clear expectations and accountability
• Support long-term team growth and capability

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical contracting
• Experience in estimating, preconstruction, or estimating leadership
• Demonstrated ability to build or improve estimating processes and systems
• Strong understanding of:
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Material pricing and procurement processes
• Labor productivity and cost modeling
• Experience working cross-functionally with Business Development, Operations, and Finance
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience using estimating software and tracking tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial or industrial electrical projects
• Multi-state or multi-region project experience
• Design-assist or negotiated project experience
• Proven improvement in estimating performance metrics (hit rate, accuracy)
• Experience training and developing estimating teams

Work Environment

• Remote work environment
• Travel required for key pursuits and team meetings
• Periodic in-person leadership meetings

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based incentives tied to key metrics:
  • Bid hit rate and win quality
  • Estimate accuracy and margin performance
  • Estimating throughput and team capacity
  • Quality of handoff to Operations
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Application Instructions

Submit resume and a brief statement outlining your experience in estimating and your approach to building or improving estimating systems.