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Electrical Estimator – Commercial Construction
Kansas City Metro | $100,000-$130,000 salary
Schedule: 100% Onsite | Monday–Friday
About the Opportunity
We’re partnering with a well-established commercial electrical contractor in the Kansas City Metro that has built a strong reputation across complex commercial construction, preconstruction, design-build, underground utilities, data/communications, and specialty electrical systems.
This is a strong opportunity for an Electrical Estimator who wants to be part of a stable, respected contractor with long-term career growth, strong benefits, and a real seat at the table during the preconstruction and bidding process.
The team is looking for someone who understands commercial electrical construction, can produce accurate estimates, and enjoys working closely with project managers, engineers, suppliers, and preconstruction teams to help win profitable work.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Prepare detailed electrical construction estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and project scope.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, bid documents, and scopes of work.
- Solicit, compare, and qualify pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
- Price standard and specialty electrical equipment for commercial construction projects.
- Develop assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, and risk items for bids.
- Support budgeting, value engineering, conceptual pricing, and preconstruction efforts.
- Maintain historical cost data, estimating files, and pricing information.
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and preconstruction leadership to ensure a smooth handoff after award.
- Help the team build competitive, accurate bids that support successful project execution.
What They’re Looking For
- 2 years of electrical estimating experience in commercial construction.
- Strong understanding of commercial electrical systems, materials, equipment, and installation methods.
- Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and construction scopes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, but equivalent field/estimating experience will be considered.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage deadlines, compare pricing, and communicate clearly with internal and external partners.
- Someone who takes ownership, asks good questions, and understands that accurate estimating drives project success.
Why You’ll Love It There
This is a great fit for someone who wants more than just another estimating seat. You’ll join a contractor with deep roots in the Kansas City market, a strong project backlog, and a culture built around stability, teamwork, and long-term growth.
Employees enjoy:
- 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and immediate family
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Career stability with a well-established commercial electrical contractor
- Opportunity to work on high-impact commercial projects across the Kansas City Metro
- Collaborative preconstruction and project teams
- Strong long-term career path within electrical construction
MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000