Job Description
Electrical Estimator - Construction - Base Salary to 90k/year - Galesburg, IL
- Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support commercial, industrial, and federal electrical construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, performing material takeoffs, evaluating subcontractor and vendor pricing, and collaborating with operations and project management teams to ensure a seamless transition from bid through project award.
Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents
- Perform material quantity takeoffs and develop labor hour estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects
- Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals for commercial, industrial, federal, negotiated, and design-build projects
- Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
- Analyze project scope, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support value engineering efforts when appropriate
- Track bid schedules and manage multiple estimates while meeting deadlines
- Maintain estimating databases, unit pricing, and historical cost information
- Support project turnover to operations and project management after project award
- Assist with federal contracting requirements including Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and SAM.gov compliance as needed
- Utilize estimating software and Microsoft Excel to prepare estimates, organize project data, and maintain bid documentation
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of electrical estimating experience with commercial and industrial electrical construction
- Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents
- Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to manage multiple bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Compensation:
- Base salary in the 55k - 90k/year range
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off and paid holidays
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Galesburg, IL |
| Industry | Business Services - Other |
| Salary | $55,000–$90,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.allsearchinc.com |
About Company
AllSearch is one of the leading providers of industrial sales recruiting, manufacturing recruiting, HVAC recruiting, and construction / building product recruitment in the United States today. In complement to our largest practices, we also run long-standing, thriving niche recruitment practices specializing in the areas of both Insurance, and Engineering. Each practice is run by an industry veteran who spent a more than a decade working hands–on within the industry their recruiting practice represents. Talk about inside knowledge! Whether you’re a client looking for premier talent, or a candidate looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we can help you reach your goals. #StepYourJobUp