Estimating Intern - Fall 2026
About the role
At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time! We are currently accepting applications for Interns for our Sacramento Office location. This opportunity will be starting Fall 2026, working with our Estimating team. An Estimating Intern will gain hands-on learning opportunities that support their professional growth. Put your education into action by assisting our Estimating team in pursuing real-world projects!
Responsibilities
- Reading Plans and performing quantity takeoffs
- Sub-contractor & Vendor outreach
- Review technical specifications for project requirements
- Build a bill of materials for vendor quotes
- Coordinate with lead estimator about bid progression to ensure take offs, quotes, and bill of materials are ready in a timely manner
- Learn about the Estimating life cycle from experienced electrical estimators
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within team environments
- Comfortable working in a desk-based role with no fieldwork requirements
- Strong focus and attention to detail when completing tasks
- Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites
- Must comply with all safety standards and procedures
- Sit, stand, and walk during the duration of the workday
- Will lift, carry, push, pull, kneel, crouch, and reach. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing higher education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with other members of the Estimating department to create a single good estimate
- Preferred but not required: Experience in Bluebeam or Live Count, knowledge of Electrical/Low-Voltage scope of work in Construction Industry
Pay
Salary Range: $18-$27