Electrical Estimator

About the role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented professional with strong electrical construction knowledge and estimating experience who can develop accurate bids, manage deadlines, and contribute to successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive and accurate estimates for electrical installations, minimizing additional costs outside approved change orders.
• Prepare and submit bids within established deadlines.
• Submit completed estimates to the Estimating Manager at least one full business day before the bid due date.
• Prepare and send bid scope letters to customers at least one full business day before the bid due date.
• Review bid documents in advance and attend pre-bid meetings and jobsite walks to understand the full project scope.
• Organize and provide all relevant project data in the job folder within five days of receiving notification of a project award.
• Participate in project kickoff and turnover meetings with the project team to review estimates, budgets, schedules, timelines, and project scope.
• Attend monthly project review meetings to identify opportunities for proactive support and cost management.
• Participate in post-project reviews and contribute to Lessons Learned reports identifying what went well, what went wrong, and areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with internal and external suppliers to identify cost-effective materials, components, and labor solutions.
• Collaborate with the Prefabrication Department to reduce costs, minimize onsite work, and improve jobsite safety.
• Review and price all Request for Change (RFC) orders within the required deadlines.
• Update project documentation to reflect approved RFCs.
• Support the preparation of final as-built documentation for delivery to the general contractor or customer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and relevant construction experience.
• At least 4-7 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and the ability to read, create, and interpret electrical drawings.
• Previous experience in the construction industry.
• Strong estimating, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, suppliers, project managers, and internal teams.