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Electrical Estimator
Role Responsibilities
1. MANAGE CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS THROUGH THE BID
PROCESS –
– Interface and Walk Customer/GC through Engineering
Process; Confirm Deliverables/Dates, Upload Bid Info into Building Connected.
Earn Trust
2. REVIEW/LEARN THE OPPORTUNITY
– Download and Review of Bid Documents; Attend
Surveys, Walk-throughs and Bid Meetings. Prepare and Submit RFIs.
3. ENGINEER/ESTIMATE/CREATE PROPOSAL
– Estimate / Cost / Design Quote, Obtain Material
Pricing, Submission of Proposal to GC/Customer
4. QUOTE CONVERSION TO AWARD
– Collaborate with Salesperson/Upper Management, if
not the salesperson directly, on award of the project – working towards
Estimating’s Conversion Rate Goals and Sale’s Revenue Goals.
5. TEACH/MENTOR
Collaborate with other Estimators in Reviewing Bid
Submissions, Strategies and Labor Units. Teach and Mentor Jr. Estimators,
Assign Projects.
6. PROJECT MANAGER HAND-OFF
– Knowledge and Accountability Transfer to Project
Management Team upon Award
Duties
This role involves all steps involved in creating low voltage systems proposals;
customer/GC interaction, plan take-off, material pricing, labor estimating,
quote creation and submission by set bid deadline or in a timely manner. In
addition to the following
§ Download and Review of Bid Documents; Plans,
Spec, Schedule, RFP, SOW, addendums, etc…
§ Attend Schedule Walk-Throughs and Site Surveys
as necessary
§ Interface with Customer of GC Contact; Prepare
and Submit RFIs
§ Coordinate with LV Systems help or
sub-contractor if need be.
§ Upload and maintain project documents/data
into software (Bluebeam, Building Connected, etc..)
§ Perform Take-Offs/Material Quantities
§ Create BOM and Submit to Distribution for
Competitive Pricing
§ Create Bid Worksheet (Excel or Bluebeam as
applicable)
§ Proposal Creation; Breakout SOW by task and
apply unitized labor hours, Include all requested information.
§ Bid Submission, Follow Ups and Revisions
§ Project Hand-off upon award
Qualifications and Skills
The ideal candidate for this role has an attention for detail, works well with a
project team, takes accountability for the responsibilities assigned and
executes on them. To be successful, you will need to communicate transparently,
commit to continually learning and sharpening skills, and above all care about
our customers, our company and the work we do.
§ Must possess a knowledge and understanding of
practical commercial construction
§ Must have excellent verbal and written
communication skills
§ Must have willingness to learn both in our
multidisciplinary offerings and our software platforms
§ Must have excellent time management skills and
be able to multitask in an often fast paced competitive bid environment; able
to execute quickly
§ Attention to detail
§ Proficient in Telecommunications and labor
estimating
§ Knowledgeable in Basic Audio Visual and Card
Access and Surveillance systems installation
§ Experienced in GC bidding process (take-offs,
RFIs, creation of BOMs, format submissions as required)
§ Capable of performing site surveys, capturing
the required information and can speak to our offerings with confidence.
§ Must have valid driver’s license
§ Must be flexible/comfortable with driving a
company to attend occasional job site meetings throughout the state of NJ, NY,
and NY City, if deemed necessary
Education/Experience:
§ Minimum Associate degree required
§ Minimum 5 years relevant estimating and
installation experience
Work Environment & Benefits
This is a full‑time, on‑site position (five days per week). The employer offers a stable, team‑oriented environment and opportunities to support high‑visibility commercial and institutional projects. A competitive benefits package is provided, including:
- Employer‑paid healthcare
- Retirement plan with company match
- Employee ownership program
- Paid time off
You will also have the opportunity to contribute to major, large‑scale construction initiatives, including complex healthcare facility projects.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pearl River, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $150000.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pearl River,NY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.
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 : $70,000 - $150,000