What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimating Manager - Electrical position at AMCON?
About the company:
Welcome to AMCON, an innovative firm with 20 years of experience building turnkey industrial contracting solutions. With a team of highly skilled professionals, we navigate the complexities of mechanical systems, electrical installations, and plumbing services with precision and efficiency. Our focus on quality craftsmanship and adherence to industry best practices set us apart as a trusted partner for projects of any size. We are a family-owned firm, which means we are a community focused team. We pride ourselves on being all in every day, better together, cultivating trust and discipline.
Job Overview
The Estimating Manager – Electrical Projects leads the estimating and preconstruction function for AMCON’s strategic electrical projects. Reporting to the Vice President of Electrical Projects, this role ensures the development of accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates through disciplined processes, team leadership, and strategic collaboration. The Estimating Manager is responsible for bid strategy, pricing accuracy, and oversight of all estimating activities to support AMCON’s continued growth and operational excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Leadership, Management, and Accountability
- Lead and mentor the estimating team, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with company goals and client expectations.
- Foster a culture of accountability and collaboration through clear processes, team development, and proactive communication. Ensure accurate and up-to-date estimate ledger to coordinate with Vice President for pipeline management.
- Estimate Development and Review
- Oversee preparation, review, and approval of electrical project estimates, ensuring all scopes, quantities, and labor factors are complete and accurate.
- Validate final estimate assumptions, risks, and inclusions prior to submission and turnover to operations.
- Complete technical estimates on challenging or strategic projects including takeoffs, bid solicitation, and pricing analysis.
- Process and Systems Management
- Establish and maintain standardized estimating procedures, templates, and cost databases to ensure consistent project pricing and analysis. Manage estimating system functions, database, and information.
- Evaluate historical cost data, productivity factors, and market conditions to strengthen bid accuracy and competitiveness.
- Lead changes developed from after action project review with Project Management team to improve profitability and performance.
- Vendor and Subcontractor Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure reliable pricing and scope coverage.
- Oversee bid solicitations, scope reviews, and qualification processes to maintain AMCON’s standards of quality and performance.
- Strategic and Technical Leadership
- Collaborate with business development and operations leadership to align bid strategies with company goals and market opportunities.
- Provide technical expertise and support during design development, value engineering, and preconstruction planning.
- Support growth and develop trade knowledge within estimating team members.
- Project Handoff and Support
- Ensure thorough estimate-to-project handoffs with project management and field leadership teams.
- Support the transition from preconstruction to operations to set projects up for success in safety, schedule, and profitability.
- 7 years of electrical estimating experience, including 3 years leading teams or major bids
- Proven success estimating industrial, mission-critical, or large commercial electrical projects
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and construction methods
- Proficient in estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, etc.) and Microsoft Excel; Procore or Bluebeam experience a plus
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and consistency
- Driven by integrity, accountability, and teamwork — aligned with AMCON’s values: All In Every Day, Better Together, Cultivate Trust, and Daily Discipline
On top of a generous base salary, this role offers subsidized healthcare plans, flexible work schedules, generous paid time off, 401k plan, and many other benefits, subject to applicable eligibility criteria and company policies.
AMCON is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.