Electrical Estimator - National Projects

Associate Project Manager - Electrical Estimator - National Projects

Shape the future of electrical projects with precision and impact!

At Loeb Electric, we're more than an electrical distributor-we're a trusted partner driving progress in the construction industry. Guided by our values-People, Trust, Commitment, Innovation-we deliver solutions that keep businesses moving forward. If you're ready to combine technical expertise with strategic thinking, this is your opportunity.

Your Role and Purpose:

As an Associate Project Manager - Electrical Estimator, you will develop accurate, competitive labor estimates that enable successful execution of national electrical and lighting projects. This role blends analytical rigor with project management skills to ensure proposals meet customer expectations, align with strategic growth goals, and drive profitability. You'll collaborate across teams to reduce risk, improve accuracy, and accelerate time-to-proposal-making a measurable impact on our win rate and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimating and Proposal Development

• Prepare detailed labor estimates for electrical projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company standards.

• Validate scope, pricing, and delivery feasibility in collaboration with Project Management, Procurement, and Operations.

• Respond to RFPs/RFIs with high-quality, competitive proposals aligned to margin and growth objectives.

• Risk Management and Quality Assurance

• Identify and document project risks; integrate mitigation strategies into all estimates.

• Maintain 99% or better accuracy rate on all quotes and proposals.

• Ensure 100% compliance with strategic growth and margin goals.

• Continuous Improvement and Collaboration

• Partner with cross-functional teams to refine estimating tools, templates, and best practices.

• Provide clear pricing documentation for internal handoffs and maintain organized records of estimates and revisions.

• Support technology adoption (Trimble, Smartsheet, ERP) to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Estimating Timeliness: Complete pricing and proposal phase within 5 days.
• Risk Identification: 99% of estimates include documented risk considerations and mitigation strategies.
• Quality and Accuracy: Maintain 99% accuracy on all quotes and proposals.
• Compliance: Ensure 99% alignment with strategic growth and margin goals.
• Win Rate: Achieve 60% win rate on all proposals.

What You'll Bring:

• Ethics and Compliance: Upholds safety, licensing, insurance, and contractual obligations.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex scopes and develop precise estimates.
• Risk Management: Skilled in identifying potential issues and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Customer Focus: Builds trust and delivers solutions that meet client needs and expectations.
• Detail Orientation: Maintains accuracy and consistency in all estimates and documentation.
• Collaboration: Works effectively across departments to achieve shared goals.
• Time Management: Prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Data Integrity and Historical Record Management: Ensures accuracy, consistency, and proper maintenance of historical data related to estimates, pricing, and quotes for future reference and compliance.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a company that powers innovation and values People, Trust, Commitment, Innovation.
• Work on high-impact national projects that shape the electrical and lighting industry.
• Enjoy a culture that encourages continuous improvement, professional growth, and technology-driven solutions.
• Competitive benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and a team that celebrates success.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in electrical estimating or related construction/project management.
• High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Trimble Estimating, Smartsheet, AutoCAD, and Epicor Solar Eclipse preferred.
• Approximately 10-20% travel is required.

EEO and Accommodations:

Loeb Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Loeb Electric also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the selection process-please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.