Production Electrical Estimator (National Homebuilder Customer Base)

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Production Electrical Estimator, where you'll play a pivotal role in supporting our national homebuilding customers by delivering precise and comprehensive electrical cost estimates. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with other estimators, project managers, owners, and clients to ensure electrical systems are accurately priced, compliant with industry standards, and aligned with customer expectations. We value proactive problem-solving, attention to detail, and a passion for understanding the software and systems used to launch projects from screens to the real world. Answering your phone and being able and willing to establish relationships with builder Purchasing Agents is extremely important in this position. The ideal candidate would also have experience estimating multi-family projects (apartments).

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, electrical schematics, and blueprints to determine scope of work and identify potential challenges early in the estimating process.
• Develop detailed electrical cost estimates for residential construction projects utilizing estimating software. Key softwares are Bolt/Enterprise(ECI), Excel, BlueBeam, and Office programs.
• Analyze material costs, labor requirements, and interact with purchasing department to produce accurate pricing that aligns with project budgets and client expectations.
• Ensure all electrical designs and estimates comply with NEC (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70 standards, IECC, and local electrical building codes.
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams through negotiation to secure optimal pricing and terms for materials and services.
• Manage project budgets by monitoring costs throughout the estimating process and implementing effective cost control strategies.
• Review construction contracts and manage scope changes while maintaining accurate cost documentation for project tracking.
• Utilize Bluebeam for digital plan review, markup, and collaboration on construction drawings to ensure clarity and accuracy in estimates.
• Conduct construction site visits when necessary to gather real-time data that informs precise estimating and cost management efforts.
• Maintain thorough records of all estimates, negotiations, revisions, and correspondence to support transparency and accountability.

Skills

• Proficiency in estimating software such as Enterprise/Bolt (ECI) or equivalent platforms for accurate project costing.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, blueprint reading, schematic interpretation, and electrical building codes including NEC standards.
• Experience with Bluebeam for plan review and collaboration on digital construction documents.
• Excellent negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers and subcontractors while maintaining quality standards.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 compliance requirements for electrical safety standards in residential projects.
• Ability to review construction drawings critically for accuracy, completeness, and constructability considerations.
• Skilled in cost management techniques including material cost estimating, budget tracking, and cost control strategies throughout project lifecycles.
• Solid understanding of construction industry practices related to electrical estimating, site management, and contract administration.
• Effective communication skills for client interactions, team collaboration, and presenting detailed estimates clearly.
• Construction experience combined with project management knowledge enhances your ability to deliver reliable estimates aligned with project goals.

Join us if you're passionate about delivering high-quality electrical solutions within a fast-paced team based environment! Your expertise will help shape the future of residential development while advancing your career in a supportive team dedicated to excellence in the construction industry.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $110,000