What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Estimator (Accubid) position at Williams Electric & HVAC?
Williams Electric & HVAC is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our growing team in the DFW area. We are a commercial electrical contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, light industrial, and design-build projects ranging from tenant finish-outs to multimillion-dollar facilities.
This is not an entry-level estimating position. We are looking for someone who can independently review plans and specifications, perform accurate takeoffs, build complete estimates in Accubid, and help us win profitable work.
Responsibilities
- Prepare complete electrical estimates using Accubid Anywhere
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications
- Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents
- Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations
- Identify scope gaps, conflicts, and value engineering opportunities
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required
- Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and field personnel during estimate development
- Assist with design-build budgeting and conceptual estimates
- Prepare proposal letters, exclusions, clarifications, and scope summaries
- Maintain estimating databases, labor units, and pricing information
- Participate in project turnover meetings after award
Qualifications Required
- 3 years of electrical estimating experience
- Strong proficiency with Accubid
- Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications
- Knowledge of NEC requirements and commercial electrical construction methods
- Experience preparing estimates for commercial projects
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PDF plan software
Preferred
- Commercial, industrial, or light industrial estimating experience
- Design-build estimating experience
- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
- Field electrical experience as an electrician, foreman, or superintendent
Compensation & Benefits
- $100,000 - $150,000 Base Salary
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid time off
- Health insurance options
- Professional development opportunities
- Long-term career growth with a rapidly growing contractor
About Williams Electric & HVAC
Williams Electric & HVAC is a DFW-based commercial contractor focused on delivering high-quality electrical and HVAC solutions. We are not the low-bid contractor. We focus on technical expertise, quality workmanship, strong project execution, and long-term customer relationships. Our projects include commercial facilities, warehouses, manufacturing, healthcare, municipal, and design-build work throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
If you are an experienced Accubid estimator who takes pride in building accurate, profitable estimates and wants to be part of a growing company, we want to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Estimating: 3 years (Required)
- Trimble Accubid: 1 year (Required)
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000