Estimating Manager

Crown Technical Systems a Flex Company is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated state-of-the-art relay and control panels medium voltage switchgear and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized turn-key solutions that ensure safe secure and reliable power distribution.

Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training mentorship and a culture of internal promotion we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth were looking to add a Estimating Manager located in Dallas TX.

Reporting to the Director of Estimating the Estimating Manager will be responsible for building and managing a local estimating team focused on Data Centerrelated power equipment bids. The Estimating Manager will provide strategic direction technical oversight and leadership throughout the bid lifecycle ensuring accurate competitive and timely proposals while continuously improving estimating processes and developing team talent.

What a typical day looks like:

• Lead recruit and develop estimating staff promoting a strong process-driven culture with high attention to detail documentation and continuous improvement.
• Plan assign and oversee workflows and bid schedules ensuring delivery of accurate proposals under tight deadlines across multiple concurrent opportunities.
• Review RFQs customer specifications and contract documents to define scope assess feasibility and ensure technically and commercially compliant quotations.
• Oversee the preparation and approval of complete proposal packages including pricing BOMs and commercial terms with strong focus on cost margin and risk analysis.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Sales Engineering Operations and Purchasing to enhance competitiveness alignment and customer satisfaction.
• Implement and improve estimating tools SOPs and KPIs leveraging market insights closed-loop feedback and lessons learned to optimize accuracy and performance.

The experience were looking to add to our team:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• 5 years of estimating experience preferably in power equipment electrical utility modular systems (MDCs) or data center environments.
• 5 years of leadership experience with proven ability to build and manage high-performing teams.
• Strong technical expertise in electrical/mechanical systems with ability to interpret drawings schematics and specifications.
• Strong commercial acumen including cost margin and risk evaluation in complex bids with proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
• Process-driven mindset with strong analytical organizational and communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally (Sales Engineering Operations).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating tools; familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred.

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What youll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

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Crown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age race religion color sex national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. Were happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and well discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown you must complete the application process first).