Electrical Estimator

Company: DL Smith Electric, Inc.

Job Title: Project Coordinator (Electrical)

Job Classification: Full-time

Location: Lenexa, KS - onsite

Salary: $80,000-$110,000 annually, dependent on skill level and experience

About Us

DL Smith Electric, founded in 1972, is a full-service electrical construction company with a strong reputation for safety, innovation, and quality. With over 50 years of proven success, we are currently expanding our operations with a new office in Lenexa, Kansas. We deliver electrical solutions through commercial, healthcare, industrial, and utility markets.

Our Core Values

• Relationship Driven – We value people and build long-term partnerships with our clients, team, and community.
• Accountable – We take ownership of our work and deliver on our commitments.
• Expect Excellence – We set the bar high and continually strive to exceed expectations.
• Innovation – We embrace new ideas, technology, and better ways of doing things.
• Team Approach – We succeed by working together, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another.
  
  

Opportunity

We are seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our Kansas City team; you will be an essential part of our preconstruction team. This position will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, developing competitive bids, and working closely with project managers, clients, and vendors to ensure project success from the start.

Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• 3 years’ experience in electrical estimating (commercial/industrial focus/design build projects)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, construction methods, and estimating tools (Accubid preferred).
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team..
  
  

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret project plans, specifications and bid documents.
• Perform comprehensive takeoff for all aspects of electrical construction in accordance with contract documents.
• Maintain a working knowledge of environmental factors and how to apply them.
• Maintain a working knowledge of NEC and be able to identify these applications in documents.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with material vendors and sub-contractors.
• Detail and communicate proposal requests for material vendors and sub-contractors.
• Review and verify accuracy of material vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Prepare proposals, including scope letters, bid forms, itemized breakouts, etc. as required to complete proposal requests.
• Assist in preparing budget pricing, as requested.
• Attend Pre-bid meetings, as requested.
• Consult with clients, vendors, foremen, and management staff to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Prepare and communicate project information to hand-over to project management.
  
  

Why Join DL Smith Electric?:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement & Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Performance Incentives/Bonuses
• Be part of a team where relationships come first and your contributions matter.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Work on diverse and impactful projects across the region.
• Opportunities for growth.
  
  

Additional Duties

Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.