Commercial Electrical Estimator

Jobtailor; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Lewiston, ME seeks an Electrical Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for commercial and industrial projects. You will review drawings, manage takeoffs, and collaborate with engineers, contractors, and suppliers to deliver accurate bids.

The role requires 3+ years in electrical estimation, experience with Accubid, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office, and a keen eye for cost-saving opportunities. Join a team-focused environment that emphasizes thorough analysis and clear communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Estimator (commercial focus preferred).
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and construction practices.
• Experience with estimating software (Accubid or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Outline potential cost savings opportunities.
• Experience performing detailed takeoffs and quantity tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build estimates at various stages of design.
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam.
• Hands-on experience in commercial/industrial electrical work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-bid meetings, scope reviews, site walk-throughs, and project discussions
• Prepare accurate, detailed estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial projects
• Review and interpret project specifications, drawings, and related documents
• Perform takeoffs and quantity entries using estimating tools
• Interpret electrical systems and drawings (lighting, controls, power distribution, fire alarm, etc.)
• Assist with maintaining bid log and report to Chief Estimator
• Use Accubid (or similar software) to develop organized, complete estimates
• Identify discrepancies or gaps in project documents and raise questions early
• Work closely with contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, and customers
• Communicate with local suppliers to secure accurate, competitive pricing
• Track and distribute addenda and updates throughout the bid process
• Support the handoff of awarded work to project management

Skills

Electrical Estimation

Detailed Takeoffs

Quantity Tracking

Reading Drawings

Cost Savings Analysis

Strong Communication Skills

Team-First Mindset

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Participate in pre-bid meetings, scope reviews, site walk-throughs, and project discussions
• Prepare accurate, detailed estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial projects
• Review and interpret project specifications, drawings, and related documents
• Perform takeoffs and quantity entries using estimating tools
• Interpret electrical systems and drawings (lighting, controls, power distribution, fire alarm, etc.)
• Assist with maintaining bid log and report to Chief Estimator
• Use Accubid (or similar software) to develop organized, complete estimates
• Identify discrepancies or gaps in project documents and raise questions early
• Work closely with contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, and customers
• Communicate with local suppliers to secure accurate, competitive pricing
• Track and distribute addenda and updates throughout the bid process
• Support the handoff of awarded work to project management

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Estimator (commercial focus preferred)
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and construction practices
• Experience with estimating software (Accubid or similar)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Ability to outline potential issues in constructability and provide potential solutions, while outlining potential cost savings opportunities.
• Outline potential cost savings opportunities.
• Experience performing detailed takeoffs and quantity tracking
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build estimates at various stages of design
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
• Experience with Accubid
• Familiarity with Bluebeam
• Hands-on experience in commercial/industrial electrical work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Estimation, including the ability to prepare detailed estimates and proposals, interpret electrical systems and drawings, and utilize estimating software like Accubid. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for collaborating with various stakeholders and identifying cost‑saving opportunities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Electrical Estimation
• Accubid Software
• Detailed Takeoffs
• Electrical Systems Interpretation
• Strong Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Electrical Estimation
• Detailed Takeoffs
• Quantity Tracking
• Reading Drawings
• Cost Savings Analysis

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving
• Team-First Mindset

Industry Keywords

• Commercial Projects
• Industrial Projects
• Construction Practices
• Electrical Systems
• Bid Process

Tools & Technologies

• Accubid
• Bluebeam
• Microsoft Office