Electrical Estimator

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance

About Dade Electric Service
Founded in 1980, Dade Electric Service, Inc. is a full-service electrical contractor serving South Florida’s commercial, institutional, industrial, and municipal sectors. With more than 40 years of experience and thousands of completed projects, we have built a reputation for technical excellence, safety, and reliability. Our capabilities span the entire electrical spectrum—from medium-voltage distribution systems to low-voltage controls and specialized systems—allowing us to support
complex projects across healthcare facilities, universities, municipal infrastructure,
commercial developments, and industrial operations. We are proud to maintain over 40 years with zero major accidents, reflecting our commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.

Position Overview
Dade Electric Service is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate
and competitive cost estimates for electrical construction projects throughout South Florida. The Electrical Estimator will analyze project plans and specifications, quantify materials and labor, coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors, and support the company’s bidding and project acquisition efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment
• Perform material takeoffs and quantity surveys
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Prepare competitive bid proposals and bid summaries
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and leadership during the bidding
  process
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost efficiencies
• Maintain accurate estimate documentation and bid records
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits when required
• Support project handoff to the operations team after contract award

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience
• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience in preparing accurate material takeoffs and labor estimates
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines
• Experience using Bluebeam, Accubid, or similar estimating software
• Experience with municipal infrastructure or wastewater treatment plant projects
• Familiarity with medium-voltage electrical systems
• Experience bidding on commercial, institutional, or public sector projects

Compensation Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package and strong employee benefits, including:

• Company-paid healthcare
• Company-paid Medicare taxes
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Gas and travel reimbursement
• Professional and stable work environment

Long-term career opportunities with an established South Florida contractor. At Dade Electric Service, we are committed to safety, quality, and long-term partnerships, and we are looking for professionals who share our dedication to excellence. Join a company with over four decades of electrical contracting excellence serving South Florida’s most demanding sectors, including education, healthcare, municipal infrastructure, and commercial development.