Electrical Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, RFPs, and basis of design documents to determine full project scope
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and labor projections
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations
• Develop complete and accurate cost estimates using estimating software (e.g., Accubid, Conest)
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities
• Participate in bid strategy and margin discussions
• Prepare and assemble all bid deliverables and submission documents
• Conduct client meetings (virtual and in-person) to understand project needs
• Present proposals and clearly communicate scope, assumptions, and value
• Follow up on proposals and actively work to close opportunities
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Support project handoff to operations with clear scope definition
• Remain engaged through project lifecycle to ensure alignment with estimate
• Assist with change order pricing and scope review
• Coordinate with production and scheduling teams on project timelines
• Track awarded vs. estimated performance to improve future accuracy
• Maintain up-to-date labor units and material pricing
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and tools
• Support business development and marketing initiatives
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across all estimates
• Follow up with clients post-proposal (7, 30, 90, 365 days)
• Ensure customer satisfaction and identify repeat business opportunities
• 3+ years of electrical project estimating required
• 5+ years of commercial & industrial electrical estimating preferred
• Experience in project management is strongly preferred
• Licensed electrician preferred but not required