What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Streib Company?
Estimator – St. Louis, MO
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Department: Multi Unit Division
About Streib
At Streib Company, we provide customers with peace of mind that their projects are electrically sound, technically simple, and securely protected. Our team thrives on craftsmanship, integrity, and innovation. We believe in creating opportunity through developing lasting relationships with our customers, community, and each other.
Our Core Values STREIB
Solution Focused
Teamwork
Reliability
Excellence
Integrity
Be Streib
Position Overview
The Estimator plays a critical role on Streib’s team by producing detailed electrical estimates and material take-offs that accurately reflect project scope, budget, and margin goals. This individual will work closely with Project Managers and Program Leaders but is expected to operate independently, developing clean, accurate estimates that require minimal revision prior to bid submission.
This role is ideal for a candidate who understands electrical systems, reads and interprets plans and specifications fluently, and enjoys the challenge of balancing cost accuracy with competitive strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Monday through Friday, standard business hours. Occasional extended hours may be required for bid deadlines.
Why Join Streib?
Join the Tribe and Go with Streib.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Department: Multi Unit Division
About Streib
At Streib Company, we provide customers with peace of mind that their projects are electrically sound, technically simple, and securely protected. Our team thrives on craftsmanship, integrity, and innovation. We believe in creating opportunity through developing lasting relationships with our customers, community, and each other.
Our Core Values STREIB
Solution Focused
Teamwork
Reliability
Excellence
Integrity
Be Streib
Position Overview
The Estimator plays a critical role on Streib’s team by producing detailed electrical estimates and material take-offs that accurately reflect project scope, budget, and margin goals. This individual will work closely with Project Managers and Program Leaders but is expected to operate independently, developing clean, accurate estimates that require minimal revision prior to bid submission.
This role is ideal for a candidate who understands electrical systems, reads and interprets plans and specifications fluently, and enjoys the challenge of balancing cost accuracy with competitive strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform complete electrical quantity take-offs for commercial and multifamily projects.
- Develop detailed cost estimates, budgets, and proposals with minimal oversight.
- Interpret blueprints, specifications, and addenda to determine scope and requirements.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to confirm assumptions, production rates, and vendor pricing.
- Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for accuracy and competitiveness.
- Maintain organized estimate files and documentation through Stack, KOJO, and company systems.
- Participate in hand-off meetings to ensure field teams understand estimate assumptions.
- Track bid results and support continuous improvement in estimating accuracy and margin performance.
- 3–5 years of experience in electrical estimating, project coordination, or related field.
- Strong proficiency with estimating software, blue beam and Microsoft Excel.
- Solid understanding of electrical construction methods, materials, and labor factors.
- Ability to interpret complex blueprints and specifications independently.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Prior field experience as an Electrician, Foreman, or Project Engineer.
Monday through Friday, standard business hours. Occasional extended hours may be required for bid deadlines.
Why Join Streib?
- 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance for employees and their children
- 401k with 100% match up to 3%
- Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays, including extended Christmas Break
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Supportive leadership team committed to your growth
- Fast-paced, people-first environment with a strong team culture
Join the Tribe and Go with Streib.