Job Title: Estimator

Job Description

Actalent is seeking to hire an Estimator, who will be responsible for providing estimations of electrical construction projects from the initial bid preparation through to the close-out documentation. This role involves quantity takeoff entry into estimating software, soliciting and reviewing vendor and subcontractor quotations, and reviewing current material pricing levels. You will also be responsible for drafting and submitting proposal documents while ensuring a thorough understanding of bid and construction schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide estimation of electrical construction projects from bid preparation through close-out documentation.
• Conduct quantity takeoff entry into estimating software.
• Solicit and review vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Review current material pricing levels and solicit quotes from vendors.
• Review bid/construction schedules.
• Conduct an initial review of contracts if included in bid documents.
• Draft and submit proposal documents.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction, estimation, and electrical projects.
• Bidding and blueprint reading.
• 2 years of electrical experience.
• Experience estimating projects valued at $1 million and above, with bids generally ranging from $70-80 million.
• Proficiency in Accubid and Spectrum Software.
• Competence in pricing and budget analysis for commercial construction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 years of construction management experience for an electrical contractor preferred.
• Familiarity with Accubid.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and documents.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $48.08/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 Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 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 : $36 - $48