Electrical Estimator

Electrical Estimator

Do you thrive on precision, strategy, and building winning electrical estimates that set projects up for success? We're looking for a detail-oriented, analytical Electrical Estimator who can transform drawings, specifications, and bid documents into accurate, competitive cost estimates across electrical, industrial, transportation, and utility construction projects. In this role, you'll serve as a critical partner in the preconstruction process—analyzing electrical scope, developing labor and material estimates, coordinating vendor and subcontractor pricing, and producing high-quality proposals that support profitable project delivery. You'll play a key role in helping the business win work while ensuring alignment between estimating, operations, and executive leadership.

What You'll Do

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, bid packages, and RFP documentation to develop a complete understanding of project requirements and scope.
• Execute electronic takeoffs to quantify conduit, wire, cable, devices, panels, switchgear, labor, and associated electrical materials.
• Build comprehensive electrical estimates using labor units, material pricing, subcontractor quotes, and internal cost benchmarks.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level pricing from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure complete and competitive bid coverage.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and commercial risk factors while incorporating contingency considerations into estimates.
• Generate accurate, professional bid proposals including scope assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and pricing documentation.
• Coordinate estimate reviews with department leadership and stakeholders for bids above established thresholds.
• Conduct weekly follow-up on pending proposals and maintain proactive communication with clients regarding open electrical bids.
• Participate in post-award kickoff meetings with operations teams to ensure accurate turnover of estimate assumptions, scope, and pricing.
• Track pricing trends, maintain estimating databases, and continuously improve estimating workflows and standards.

What You Bring

• Strong understanding of electrical construction estimating principles and bid development processes
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience estimating electrical systems, power distribution, conduit/cable pathways, and associated infrastructure
• Familiarity with subcontractor scope review and supplier pricing processes
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across operations and leadership teams

Technical Skills Preferred

• Experience with Accubid, Bluebeam, or similar electrical estimating/takeoff software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, MS Project, and Teams
• Familiarity with project management software such as Smartsheet or equivalent
• Formal estimating software training preferred

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3+ years of electrical estimating experience in electrical, industrial, transportation, utility, or related construction environments
• BICSI certification pursuit or industry certifications are a plus where applicable

Why Join Us?

• Play a direct role in securing and shaping complex electrical construction projects.
• Partner with operations, executive leadership, vendors, and field teams in a highly integrated environment.
• Build your estimating career in a company that values technical expertise and operational excellence.
• Work on diverse, complex projects requiring strategic thinking and technical precision.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based in a standard professional environment
• Regular sitting, standing, and computer use
• Occasional lifting/moving up to 25 pounds
• Some extended hours may be required during peak bid periods