What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator / Senior Estimator - Electrical position at Hays?
Your new company
An established electrical contractor in the Frederick, MD market is looking to hire an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its growing electrical division.
The business operates as part of a long-established, family-owned construction group with multiple specialist construction divisions. The electrical operation delivers commercial and industrial electrical contracting services and works with general contractors, schools and government agencies across the surrounding region.
With approximately $10M–$15M in annual electrical revenue, this is a key hire for the division and could suit either an Estimator ready to be developed into a more senior position or someone operating at Lead/Senior Estimator level already.
The role
You will take ownership of electrical estimating across a diverse pipeline of projects, including: commercial, industrial, government, educational, institutional.
Healthcare. Projects typically range from approximately $20K up to $10M, with a combination of competitive bid and negotiated work.
You’ll be responsible for estimating approximately $50M–$60M worth of opportunities annually, working closely with the division leadership, project management team and field operations.
What you'll need to succeed
Estimator level — 3 years of electrical estimating experience OR Senior Estimator level — Ideally, 6 years of electrical estimating experience for the more senior-level opportunity
Strong understanding of electrical construction and estimating
Experience managing bids from initial review through submission
Accubid experience is a plus
Comfortable working across both competitive and negotiated opportunities
Someone who can take real ownership of the estimating function
What you'll get in return
Annual Base salary - Estimator level: $100K–$130K or Senior level: $130K–$150K
Discretionary annual bonus
Gas card
401(k) match
Healthcare, Vision, Dental
10 paid holidays
5 sick days
Access to an onsite healthcare nurse two days per week
Potential for 1–2 day hybrid if needed
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000