Electrical Construction Estimator

ID: Indie

Job Category: Full Time – Direct Hire Opportunity
Salary: $95,000 - $140,000/Year Full Benefits

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Construction Estimator to take the lead in preparing and managing large-scale, complex bids for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. This role is designed for an experienced professional with a strong technical foundation, the ability to develop winning strategies, and the drive to influence business growth through accurate and competitive estimating.

The Senior Estimator will play a key role in shaping project outcomes and expanding market presence, with responsibilities ranging from early conceptual budgets to final proposals for projects valued up to $25 million.

What You’ll Do

Project Estimating

· Prepare detailed cost estimates for high-value, complex electrical projects, including multi-million-dollar bids.

· Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to capture full project scope.

· Build comprehensive budgets, unit costs, and labor productivity models to ensure accuracy.

· Develop conceptual estimates for clients during preconstruction phases.

· Offer value engineering solutions that balance cost efficiency with design integrity.

Client & Market Engagement

· Support business development by collaborating on growth strategies and proposal presentations.

· Act as a trusted advisor, providing clients with reliable cost and feasibility insights.

· Represent the company at pre-bid meetings, job walks, and industry events.

Leadership & Collaboration

· Independently manage multiple concurrent bids from start to finish.

· Lead pre-bid site visits and coordinate scope clarification with stakeholders.

· Mentor and guide junior estimators, sharing knowledge and best practices.

· Provide thorough project handoffs to operations teams, ensuring smooth transitions from bid to build.

Documentation & Compliance

· Issue and track RFIs to clarify scope and ensure bid accuracy.

· Maintain well-organized estimate files and supporting documentation.

· Ensure all deliverables comply with internal standards and client requirements.

Requirements/Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience.

· 8–12 years of progressive estimating experience in the electrical construction industry preferably with bidding on K-12 School projects

· Proven success managing and winning projects valued up to $25M.

· Established relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.

· Strong command of industry software: Trimble Accubid, Trimble LiveCount, Bluebeam

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Electrical Construction Estimating experience do you have?
• How many years of public works (K-12) project estimating experience do you have?
• How many years of DSA experience do you have?
• What are your salary requirements?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $95,000 - $140,000