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Electrical Estimator

W3Global
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Job Description

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary

Are you looking to grow your career as an Estimator? Responsibilities include completing cost estimates and material and labor requirements estimates.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop cost estimates from the take-off stage to bid hand-off
  • Work with ConEst Estimating Software
  • Develop cost estimates for change orders
  • Analyze material and labor requirements to complete a project
  • Attend pre-bid and scope review meetings
  • Compute and submit bids
  • Read & thoroughly understand blueprints
  • Perform fully on-screen electronic take-offs and markups
  • Meet with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers
  • Visually inspect project locations to determine the amount of labor and materials needed to do the work
  • Contact vendors for pricing
  • Assess the costs of leasing equipment.
  • Maintain the change order submissions/documents in an organized and standardized manner. Work with the project team to develop this standard.
  • Analyze material and labor requirements to complete a project
  • Attend pre-bid and scope review meetings

Required Qualifications

  • 6-8 years of experience with a High School Diploma, 4-6 years of experience with an Associate degree, or 0-2 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree
  • Strong computer, Bluebeam, Contest, and Google Suite skills
  • Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Low Voltage Systems.
  • Read and evaluate specifications and blueprints.
  • Deal effectively with customers.
  • Analyze risks involved with certain project types.
  • Estimate large and small projects.
  • Work calmly under deadlines and external pressure.
  • Excellent math skills.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

Preferred

  • Hands-on construction experience
  • Journeyman or Master Electrician's License

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance (100% of the premium covered)
  • 401k retirement and matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Wellness Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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