Senior Electrical Estimator
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Job Location:
East Chicago, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lead Commercial & Industrial Electrical Estimator - Position is eligible for moving assistance
Is This Where Youre Meant To Be
We believe purpose and passion go hand in hand. So ask yourself is this where youre meant to be
As a Lead Commercial & Industrial Electrical Estimator youll lead the estimating lifecycle for complex commercial and industrial electrical projects from plan review through final proposal. Youll translate drawings and specifications into precise quantity takeoffs develop labor units and risk assumptions and craft competitive bids under tight deadlines. Youll collaborate with project managers and executives during bid reviews drive valueengineering options and ensure a clean handoff into project startup. This role is ideal for a detaildriven leader who enjoys mentoring junior estimators and continuously improving our cost databases and benchmarking practices.
Here your growth matters. Were a company that continuously invests in its peopleoffering meaningful work that evolves with you continuous learning and mentorship and a clear path for advancement. Youll enjoy a collaborative fun environment where life-long relationships are built and values guide every decision we make: Protect What Matters Empower Our People; Unwavering Commitment to Our Customers; Trust Through Loyalty Honesty and Transparency; and a Relentless Pursuit of Excellence. Whether youre based in one of our East or Southeast offices or working remotely from the Eastern U.S. youll find belonging flexibility and opportunitybacked by competitive compensation annual bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.
Thats what makes us more than just a companyits a community of collaborators problem solvers and growth drivers who believe that doing great work also means doing good work.
If this sounds like the place where your purpose meets your potentialthen yes this is where youre meant to be.
How Youll Make an Impact
Lead the endtoend estimating process for large commercial and industrial electrical projects while driving accuracy competitiveness and disciplined handoffs to operations.
- Mentor junior estimators and support staff; provide training and oversight where needed
- Stay current with industry trends local codes and cost changes in materials and labor
- Collaborate with project management teams to ensure smooth handoff and project startup
- Maintain estimating database and historical cost records for benchmarking and future projects
- Lead bid reviews and strategy meetings with project managers executives and stakeholders
- Prepare and present complete bid proposals cost summaries and value engineering options
- Develop labor units productivity factors and risk assessments for accurate pricing
- Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes; ensure full coverage of all bid items
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs using digital tools (e.g. Accubid Trimble Bluebeam)
- Review and interpret construction documents (plans specifications addenda) to determine scope of work and required materials/labor
- Lead the estimating process for commercial and industrial electrical projects
What You Bring
- Preferred: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering Construction Management or equivalent experience
- Preferred: Experience with BIM coordination and CAD software is a plus
- Preferred: Familiarity with design-build and design-assist project delivery methods
- Preferred: Licensed Master or Journeyman Electrician (optional but beneficial)
- High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and integrity
- Team-oriented with leadership capabilities and a proactive mindset
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet bid deadlines
- Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical documents
- Strong analytical organizational and communication skills
- Deep understanding of NEC local building codes and industry best practices
- Proficiency in estimating software such as AccubidTrimble or equivalent platforms
- Strong background in commercial and industrial construction projects
- 7 years of experience as an electrical estimator with a minimum of 3 years in a lead or senior role
Featured benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
We are Equal Opportunity for All: Our Promise
Required Skills
BIM coordination and CAD design-build and design-assist project delivery methods estimating software such as AccubidTrimble Deep understanding of NEC local building codes Commercial & Industrial Electrical Estimation
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Gas Chromatography
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Construction Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Auto Estimating
