Electrical Estimator Jobs in the United States
Roman Electric Co., Inc.
West Allis, WI
About Us: We are a leading commercial electrical contractor, delivering safe, efficient, and reliable electrical solutions across a wide range of projects. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team and help us deliver accurate, competitive, and comprehensive project estimates.
Professional Placement Services
$60000 - $100000 YEAR
Mentor, OH
Performing maintenance, service, new construction, and installations in both the commercial and industrial sectors; this is your opportunity to join one of the best electric contractors in the Greater Cleveland area for the past 4 decades! Will consider Electrical Superintendents looking to make the jump into Project Management/Estimating (Training Provided).
BREEN & SULLIVAN MECHANICAL SERVICES INC
$100000 YEAR
Wilmington, MA
As an Electrical Estimator, you’ll play a key role in helping us deliver high-quality electrical projects across the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction industry. If you have a sharp eye for detail, a strong understanding of electrical systems, and a passion for building accurate, competitive project estimates — we want to hear from you.
SODON ELECTRIC
LONG BRANCH, NJ
Recognized on the ENR 400, 500, and 600 lists for engineering and construction excellence, Kiely is a leading design-build, construction, and engineering services provider specializing in infrastructure solutions for the natural gas, water and wastewater, electric, industrial, commercial, and midstream pipeline industries. Our integrated engineering and construction teams deliver turnkey solutions — from initial design and permitting through construction, commissioning, and ongoing support — helping customers build, maintain, and modernize critical infrastructure.
CS Erickson
Grand Rapids, MI
In return we will become role models for our youth, enhance our brand reputation and provide high value outcomes and exceptional experiences for our partners and clients. This role involves collaborating with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to gather necessary information and deliver competitive bids.
Jobot
$125000 - $145000 YEAR
Stanton, CA
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Jobot
$100000 - $130000 YEAR
Sarasota, FL
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Vaco LLC
$80000 - $95000
Indianapolis, IN
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.
Jobot
$120000 - $180000 YEAR
Gettysburg, PA
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Jobot
$150000 - $200000 YEAR
Edison, NJ
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Jobot
$90000 - $170000 YEAR
Mount Airy, MD
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CornerStone Staffing
$86000 - $130000 YEAR
Tempe, AZ
The Estimator I plays a pivotal role in project acquisition by preparing accurate bid documents and cost estimates for electrical construction projects. Success in this role ensures that projects are competitively priced, well-documented, and fully understood before execution, directly impacting profitability and client satisfaction.
Jobot
$140000 - $160000 YEAR
Paducah, KY
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System One
$70000 - $100000 YEAR
McMurray, PA
System One is seeking an Electrical Estimator in McMurray, PA to be responsible for estimating from both detailed contract documents and conceptual level information such as flow diagrams, equipment lists, general arrangement drawings, and schematic diagrams on commercial and institutional projects. This position is also responsible for preparing definitive electrical estimates for projects inclusive of material and labor quantities, productivity, and unit rates and extended line-item cost totals.
GPAC
$80000 - $110000 YEAR
Pelham, NY
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. Electrical Estimator/Project Manager Responsibilities: P repare accurate estimates and manage electrical projects from initial bid requests to completion.
System One
Mechanicsburg, PA
Electrical Estimator Duties/Responsibilities: Analyze project drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates for electrical work. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America.
GPAC
$80000 - $110000 YEAR
Perry, FL
Electrical Estimator/Project Manager Qualifications:3 years of project management experience in commercial and industrial electrical projects.1-2 years of estimating experience with a solid understanding of the electrical industry. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.
Jobot
$105000 - $155000 YEAR
Hoffman Estates, IL
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Electrical Estimator Jobs Overview
Are you a master at negotiating good deals with cable companies, cell phone providers, and retailers? Do you watch YouTube videos on electronics for fun? Then you might want to apply for electrical estimator jobs, where you can create or review bids for electrical projects for contractors and clients.
When working for a contractor, electrical estimators prepare detailed bids that include the estimated costs for labor, parts, and materials. When working for a client, they analyze bids from contractors to determine if the prices are reasonable, and if not, negotiate better prices. This is a great job if you thrive on structure, organization, and data and if you have a competitive nature.
Preparing a bid or counterbid often requires researching materials, other supplies, and current market prices; reviewing blueprints; and maintaining cost databases. You may also prepare reports, appraise existing structures, and create work schedules. An electrical estimator who does well can advance to a senior estimator or project manager.
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Electrical Estimator Education and Skills
Electrical estimators typically have an associate or bachelor's degree. Some are trained and licensed electricians, while others have a degree in engineering or construction. If you choose the latter route, select a program that has classes on electricity, since you'll need a basic understanding of electrical principles, standards, and codes to be an electrical estimator.
It's helpful but not required to be certified. The most common certifications are from the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) and the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International (AACE).
In addition to education and certification, you'll need to be a skilled negotiator to be successful as an electrical estimator, whether you work for a client or contractor. You'll also need to have exceptional organizational skills—you'll spend a lot of your time preparing documents and recording prices. Electrical estimators are also masters of multitasking, since they usually juggle several projects at once.
Read our job description of an estimator to learn more about what employers are looking for in candidates.
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