Electrical Construction Estimator

Responsibilities

• Review and prioritize incoming bid opportunities to determine which projects are the best fit
• Download, organize, and prepare project plans and bid documentation
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Assemble bid packages including labor, material, and equipment pricing
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Review project specifications to ensure bid compliance
• Attend required pre-bid meetings and project site visits
• Collaborate with project managers and senior estimators to validate constructability and estimate accuracy
• Absorb bid reviews, change orders, and post-award project handoffs
• Cook up bid documentation, registrations, and compliance paperwork
• Participate in weekly estimating meetings and project selection discussions
• Support continuous improvement of estimating processes as responsibilities grow

Requirements

• At least 2 years of construction estimating experience, preferably in electrical contracting
• Experience preparing bids using estimating software
• Strong computer skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple bid opportunities
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
• Willingness to learn commercial and industrial electrical estimating practices
• Experience with Accubid and Bluebeam is highly preferred
• Experience with prevailing wage or public sector projects is a plus
• Field electrical experience or prior electrician background is beneficial

Benefits

• Performance-based annual bonus
• Health insurance available after 90 days
• PTO with opportunities for additional PTO based on experience
• Paid sick leave in accordance with New Jersey law
• Company gas card for project-related travel
• Flexible scheduling for personal appointments when needed
• Mentorship from experienced estimators and project managers
• Long-term career growth within an expanding estimating department
• Family-oriented culture with a collaborative, team-focused environment
• Opportunity to work on diverse commercial, industrial, government, and military projects