Senior Electrical Estimator

About the role

As a Senior Electrical Estimator, you will complete advanced electrical estimating responsibilities with periodic team supervision on a per-estimate basis as assigned by the Estimating Manager. You will manage direct reports on specific, assigned projects and develop cost estimates from take-off to bid hand-off.

Responsibilities

• Perform site inspections to determine labor and material needs
• Analyze material, labor requirements, and general conditions to complete projects
• Attend pre-bid and scope review meetings
• Lead and direct the flow of information for bid reviews
• Compute and submit bids
• Interpret specifications and blueprints to determine design intent
• Coordinate with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers
• Manage quotation process with vendors
• Determine equipment needs
• Produce ROM and budgetary estimates
• Maintain up-to-date information in Opportunity Tracker
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering or technical training in a related field, preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of electrical construction experience
• 5 years of electrical estimating experience, preferred
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Low Voltage Systems
• Direct experience in estimating software (Accubid Enterprise preferred)
• Ability to read and evaluate specifications and blueprints
• Proficiency in computer-based take-offs and estimating technology (e.g., Bluebeam, LiveCount, BIM models)
• Adherence to Estimating department standards
• Ability to assess and quantify risks based on opportunity type
• Experience estimating projects from $100k to $100M+
• Strong collaboration skills for complex estimates with team members
• Effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders
• Ability to maintain composure under deadlines and external pressure
• Analytical skills to assess project risks
• Confidence in discussing and developing budgets based on estimated opportunities
• Ability to prioritize multiple bid jobs
• Effective supervisory skills as directed
• Comfortable working within a transparent work environment
• Strong computer skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Annual performance reviews
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – 30% company ownership

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screen required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions in office and active job site settings
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to move about the office or jobsite as needed
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and technology
• Effective communication in person, by phone, and through electronic means
• Occasional positioning to access materials, equipment, or work areas
• Occasional movement or transport of work-related materials or equipment
• Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels typical of office or construction environments
• Ability to travel to various work locations as required
• Ability to work indoors and/or outdoors in varying environmental conditions
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance

Travel Requirements

• Visit jobsites on an as-needed basis (primarily local during the business day)
• Occasional overnight travel may be required