What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Electrical Estimator position at Goliath Construction Consulting, Inc.?
Location:
Kansas City, Missouri
Position Summary
Goliath Construction Consulting is partnering with a leading electrical contractor in the Southeast to identify a Chief Electrical Estimator to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function for a well-established and rapidly expanding organization with a strong reputation for excellence, safety, and innovation.
As the Chief Electrical Estimator, you’ll serve as a strategic leader—overseeing the estimating team, guiding complex bids, and driving profitability through precision, innovation, and teamwork. Your expertise will directly impact which projects the company wins, how they’re executed, and the strength of client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Kansas City, Missouri
Position Summary
Goliath Construction Consulting is partnering with a leading electrical contractor in the Southeast to identify a Chief Electrical Estimator to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function for a well-established and rapidly expanding organization with a strong reputation for excellence, safety, and innovation.
As the Chief Electrical Estimator, you’ll serve as a strategic leader—overseeing the estimating team, guiding complex bids, and driving profitability through precision, innovation, and teamwork. Your expertise will directly impact which projects the company wins, how they’re executed, and the strength of client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end estimating process for large-scale electrical projects—from bid analysis through final proposal.
- Evaluate drawings, specifications, and scopes to develop accurate, comprehensive cost estimates.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and preconstruction teams to ensure alignment between estimates and execution strategies.
- Mentor and coach estimators to enhance technical knowledge, confidence, and accuracy.
- Build and maintain strong vendor and subcontractor relationships for competitive pricing and market intelligence.
- Partner with leadership to determine strategic pursuits and maintain a competitive market position.
- 10 years of experience in electrical estimating, including 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven background in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction environments.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA standards.
- Proficiency in estimating and takeoff software such as Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, Procore, or BIM 360.
- Ability to interpret one-lines, riser diagrams, and coordination studies with exceptional attention to detail.
- Natural leadership and communication skills that promote collaboration and accountability.
- Highly competitive salary
- 401(k) match with immediate vesting
- Comprehensive employee benefits
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement and referral incentives