Senior Electrical Estimator (1155814)

Location: Houston, TX

About the role

Senior Electrical Estimator will be heavily involved in the development of accurate and competitive cost estimates for multi-discipline EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects across the chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, bulk storage, terminal and data/renewables industries. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll be hands-on working alongside experienced estimators, engineers, and construction professionals on complex industrial projects across the country.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detail construction cost estimates for all electrical and instrumentation and controls (I&C) systems
• Interpret plans & specifications from multiple design phases; program, conceptual, design development through all Construction Documents and into change orders and generate quantity takeoffs and pricing for all systems.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for electrical and instrumentation scopes.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify materials, labor, and equipment needs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using digital tools and estimating software.
• Support the review and analysis of subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure estimate accuracy and alignment with project scope.
• Help maintain historical cost databases and contribute to benchmarking data.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkdowns as needed.
• Contribute to the development of proposal documentation and final bid packages.
• Stay current with industry trends, material pricing, and labor rates to support accurate forecasting.

Qualifications

• Seeking Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred or experience (Not Required)
• Background in industrial construction and project estimating.
• Analytical mindset with solid math skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; exposure to estimating software (such as Bluebeam, McCormick, Accubid or similar).
• Basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work both independently and within cross-disciplinary teams.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced EPC project environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401k Match, Paid Vacation time, etc.

Pay

Salary: $145,000.00 USD Annually - $160,000.00 USD Annually; base salary $150,000 - $160,000 plus bonus.