Electrical Construction Estimator

About the role

The role of an Electrical Construction Estimator is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and competitiveness of bids for commercial and industrial projects. This position involves a blend of technical expertise, attention to detail, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The estimator will navigate complex bid documents and specifications, often requiring a thorough understanding of prevailing wage regulations and Army Corps contracts. Candidates should be self-motivated and capable of conducting research to fill knowledge gaps. This position offers an opportunity to work within a supportive and family-oriented culture, contributing to significant projects within a one-hour radius of Robbinsville.

Responsibilities

• Review bid opportunities and attend required pre-bid and site visits
• Conduct full takeoffs and create detailed estimates
• Solicit and qualify vendor quotes, ensuring compliance with specifications
• Prepare bid briefs that detail material, labor, and overhead costs
• Cook with project managers for constructability checks
• Participate in bid reviews, factoring all necessary costs
• Support change orders with client-ready cost breakdowns
• Facilitate post-award handoff to project managers
• Collaborate with office administrators on bid paperwork and registrations
• Attend weekly bidding log meetings to select target projects

Requirements

• Commercial or industrial electrical estimating experience
• Experience with prevailing wage and government contracts
• Able to read and comply with detailed bid documents
• Transparent estimating with documented vendor quotes
• Comfortable with an office-first workflow and cross-functional collaboration
• Capability for local site visits within one hour of Robbinsville
• Accubid proficiency is preferred
• Bluebeam familiarity is preferred
• Prior electrician or field background is preferred

Benefits

• Health insurance available after 90 days of employment
• PTO starting at two weeks, negotiable up to three weeks
• Accrued sick time per New Jersey state law
• 401k plan to be rolled out in the future