What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Estimator position at Actalent?
Description
Overview:
The Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates for construction projects or services in sectors like manufacturing, energy, and construction. This role involves analyzing project plans, specifications, and other documents to estimate project costs, including materials, labor, and equipment.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May lead or mentor junior estimators and support staff.
Coordinates with project teams and departments to gather accurate pricing and project information.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Reviews and interprets project documents (drawings, specifications, proposals) to identify what is needed for a project.
Bids on 2 to 4 jobs per week; strives for 40% bid acceptance.
Develop and maintain relationships with all project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and estimators.
Maintains open and frequent communication with PMs, other Estimators, Foremen, General Foremen, Superintendents, Subcontractors, Accounting team, vendors, owners, and clients.
Prepares detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and identifying labor, material, and time requirements.
Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating prices.
Evaluate offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.
Presents prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive
Maintains cost database by entering and backing up data.
Conducts gap analysis when projects close, comparing actual costs to anticipated costs, profits, and timelines; makes recommendations for future bids; communicates lessons learned to all appropriate parties to prevent mistakes and repetitive problems; seeks ways to improve scheduling, quality, efficiency, communication,, and procedures.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Cross-train in all facets of the Commercial and Industrial Division, preparing to fill in for anyone absent and grow in responsibility and scope over time.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
5 Construction or Electrical contracting experience required.
Degree may count towards years of experience at the employer's discretion.
Proven experience as an estimator in commercial and industrial projects.
Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and market trends.
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Accubid, Prima Vera, AutoCAD, Revit, CostX), MS Office Suite.
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening, including drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, education verification, background screening, and skills assessments.
Physical Requirements:
Primarily an office-based role requiring long periods of desk work and computer use.
May require occasional visits to construction sites, requiring walking, standing, and minor lifting.
The physical requirements may vary depending on the industry and the specific nature of the work environment. The person in this role should be capable of meeting the physical demands associated with the industry in which they operate.
Travel Requirements:
Extensive; primarily local travel to project sites for assessments and meetings.
Occasional travel for training, conferences, and to meet with clients or vendors.
Company Benefits
Company-paid health insurance (medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance are provided)
100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary)
Paid holidays
Paid personal/sick leave
Paid vacation
Paid parental leave
Educational assistance
Various discount programs
Skills
Estimation, Electrical, Bidding, accubid, Mep, Electrical construction, Estimating software, Commercial construction, Electrical circuit, Blueprint, Preconstruction
Top Skills Details
Estimation,Electrical,Bidding,accubid,Mep,Electrical construction,Estimating software,Commercial construction
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $63.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fenton,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $40 - $63
