Electrical Estimator – Austin, TX

Elite Executive Solutions is partnering with a highly respected electrical contractor in the Austin market to identify an experienced Electrical Estimator. This organization has built a reputation for excellence through strong client relationships, a robust project pipeline, and a disciplined preconstruction process focused on long-term success.

This opportunity is ideal for an estimator seeking a stable, growth-oriented environment where preconstruction plays a strategic role in project execution and business development.

Position Overview

The Electrical Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial electrical construction projects, including ground-up, tenant improvement, healthcare, mission-critical, and data center work. This position works closely with preconstruction, operations, and executive leadership to support project pursuit strategies and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates from conceptual budgeting through GMP and final pricing.
• Perform complete quantity takeoffs for power, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and related electrical systems.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure scope accuracy and completeness.
• Develop labor, material, and equipment pricing utilizing historical data and current market conditions.
• Participate in design-build, negotiated, and competitive bid opportunities.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Identify scope gaps, risk factors, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Support bid strategy development, project phasing, and risk assessment efforts.
• Collaborate with project management and operations teams during project handoff.
• Maintain estimating databases, assemblies, and historical cost benchmarks.

Project Types

• Commercial Ground-Up Construction
• Healthcare Facilities
• Mission-Critical & Data Center Projects
• Corporate Office & Mixed-Use Developments
• Tenant Improvements & Interior Build-Outs
• Design-Build & Negotiated Work

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, construction means and methods, and project delivery processes.
• Experience with healthcare, mission-critical, or data center projects is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Accubid, ConEst, or similar estimating software.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple estimates while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a respected and growing contractor with a strong presence in the Central Texas market.
• Work on high-profile commercial, healthcare, and mission-critical projects.
• Stable project backlog with a healthy mix of negotiated and repeat-client work.
• A collaborative leadership team that values preconstruction as a strategic function.
• Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

About Elite Executive Solutions

Elite Executive Solutions is a family-operated executive search firm specializing exclusively in the electrical construction industry. We partner selectively with top-performing contractors and connect exceptional professionals with long-term career opportunities.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to join a respected contractor with a strong project pipeline and long-term career potential, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply through Elite Executive Solutions or send us a direct message to learn more.