Electrical Estimator

About Robbins Electric

At Robbins Electric Inc., we deliver top-tier electrical solutions across the Midwest—from residential service and commercial construction to specialty EV charging, generator installs, and restoration work. Built on craftsmanship, integrity, and exceptional service, we take pride in doing things right the first time.

We are seeking a driven, detail-oriented Electrical Estimator to join our team in the Kansas City area. We reward accurate, high-quality estimating over raw sales volume—ensuring every project we win is profitable and set up for success in the field.

Position Overview

The Electrical Estimator will prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates and proposals for residential, commercial, and specialty electrical projects. You will evaluate plans, scope out on-site job requirements, build customer relationships, and partner with our field crews to deliver seamless projects.

This role offers a strong base pay rate ($30–$35/hr) plus a performance-driven quarterly bonus ($2,500/quarter potential) designed to reward high-margin sales, estimating accuracy, and operational efficiency rather than just gross volume.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal & Bid Preparation: Read blueprints, job specifications, and site plans to calculate accurate material, labor, equipment, and permit costs.
• On-Site Scoping: Visit residential and commercial job sites to evaluate existing electrical conditions, perform take-offs, and assess project needs.
• Client & Contractor Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective customers, GC partners, and home/property owners. Explain job scopes clearly and deliver timely proposals.
• Profitable Closing: Follow up on estimates, handle customer inquiries, and close contracts while maintaining strong gross profit margins.
• Field Hand-off & CRM Maintenance: Maintain meticulous details in our CRM and collaborate closely with field leaders and electricians to ensure estimated labor aligns with actual project execution.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of electrical estimating, project management, or hands-on electrical experience (Journeyman electrician background is a major plus!).
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), local Kansas City area codes, blueprint reading, and trade estimating practices.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., McCormick, Accubid, Planswift, or trade CRM systems) and standard office software (Excel, Word).
• Communication & Organization: Strong interpersonal skills with high attention to detail, pipeline management, and timely turnaround.
• License/Requirements: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Compensation & Performance Incentive

• Base Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour ($62,400 – $72,800 annual base range)
• Quarterly Performance Bonus: Potential to earn up to $2,500 per quarter ($10,000/year potential) through our quarterly incentive program. Unlike traditional volume-only models, our bonus rewards quality and profitability across every phase of the project lifecycle. Payouts are measured across key performance areas including achieving gross-margin targets, generating accurate labor estimates that match actual field execution, maintaining fast proposal volume and turnaround times, achieving strong closing ratios, and ensuring clean project handoffs with meticulous CRM accuracy.
• Benefits Package: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, and career advancement opportunities.

Team of Experts:
Excellence and professionalism are first when it comes to our Electrical Service. We are constantly improving our services, staying up-to-date on all the latest industry advancements and bringing our knowledge to your doorstep. Since inception, our goal has remained the same—to provide reliable services and make sure our clients know we are professionals they can trust.

Our Culture:
At Robbins Electric, we believe in taking ownership, communicating clearly, and treating every customer, contractor, and teammate with respect. We hire people with integrity who take pride in their work and are committed to continuous improvement.