Technical Estimating Supervisor/Manager

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
The Estimating Manager will lead a local estimating team, manage bid proposals for Data Center power equipment, and enhance estimating processes.
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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Technical Estimating Supervisor/Manager located in Dallas, TX.
Reporting to the Director of Estimating, the Technical Estimating Supervisor/Manager will play a key leadership role in expanding Crown Technical Systems' estimating capabilities in the rapidly growing data center market. This individual will build and lead a local estimating team, drive proposal strategy for complex power distribution projects, and partner closely with executive leadership to support continued business growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong estimating professional who wants to transition into broader leadership responsibilities while helping shape processes, build a team, and influence the future direction of a growing organization.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Serve as the local estimating leader for a growing Dallas operation, helping establish team structure, best practices, and long-term organizational capability.
  • Prepare and oversee bid recommendations, BOMs, pricing strategies, and risk assessments to senior leadership for approval, 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.
  • 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 we’re looking to add to our team:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred. 5

  • 5+ years of experience in estimating, proposal management, project engineering, project management, or related technical roles within electrical equipment, power systems, industrial manufacturing, utility, EPC, or data center industries.

  • Prior leadership, team lead, mentorship, or supervisory experience preferred.

  • Experience estimating switchgear, control panels, e-houses, power distribution systems, substations, modular data centers, or similar engineered-to-order products is highly desirable.

  • Strong understanding of project costing, pricing strategy, contract review, risk management, and margin analysis.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer technical requirements.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

  • Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced growth environment.

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What you'll 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

Job CategoryGlobal Procurement & Supply Chain

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex 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. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll 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 Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of estimating experience
  • 5+ years of leadership experience
  • Strong technical expertise in electrical/mechanical systems
  • Strong commercial acumen in complex bids
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating tools
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Flex Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flex and has not been reviewed or approved by Flex.

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage begin on day one with options for dependents, alongside disability, life, mental‑health resources, and fertility/adoption and gender transition support. Plan choice and wellness programs indicate a robust healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, paid sick time, company‑wide shutdown days, and in some cases unlimited PTO point to extensive time‑off provisions. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements in certain teams further support work‑life balance.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Quarterly bonus checks and performance bonuses supplement base pay, and some roles can earn overtime at 1.5x. These elements strengthen the reliability of cash incentives.

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