Estimator (Electrical)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop accurate project estimates and resolve scope or pricing issues
• Interface with procurement and operations to align cost estimates with project goals and resources
• Analyze historical data to improve estimating accuracy and reduce discrepancies between projected and actual costs
• Identify cost trends and provide recommendations for process and cost improvements
• Review completed projects to assess estimate accuracy and identify areas for refinement
• Ensure compliance with estimating standards and methodologies
• Evaluate project scope, drawings, and specifications for completeness and clarity
• Review and assess subcontractor and vendor proposals, RFP compliance, and qualifications
• Prepare and deliver bid packages, including material and labor pricing
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and present estimating strategies
• Conduct market and labor studies to support pricing decisions
• Develop summary schedules and evaluate indirect costs, fees, contingencies, and escalation
• Identify and mitigate project risks through thorough review of plans, specs, and commercial terms
• Maintain accurate documentation of estimate assumptions and clarifications
• Support value engineering efforts and pricing analysis
• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of direct project estimating experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Quotesoft, Accubid, Oracle, and PowerBI preferred
• Strong understanding of estimating techniques, construction disciplines, cost control systems, and company procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of working independently or collaboratively, with sound decision-making and creative thinking