Commercial Electrical Estimator — Pre-Construction Lead

Praxis, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO

Health insurance (50% employer-paid)

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Professional development

Job summary

MV Power Solutions in the Denver metro area is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join its pre-construction team. You will analyze drawings, prepare take-offs, and build cost estimates for commercial electrical projects, working closely with the Chief Estimator from drawings to proposal.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years in commercial electrical estimating, experience with Accubid, and strong blueprint reading skills. The role offers growth opportunities and collaboration with PM and field teams.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years in commercial electrical (estimating, PM, or field with take-off exposure)
• Accubid experience required; Live Count or similar is a plus
• Able to read blueprints and specs
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines
• Strong communicator able to work cross-functionally with PM/field teams

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and specs for commercial electrical projects
• Prepare take-offs using Accubid, Bluebeam or similar
• Build accurate, competitive cost estimates
• Review and compare subcontractor and vendor quotes
• Support proposal prep and value engineering ideas
• Coordinate with project management and field teams during handoff
• Communicate with GCs and vendors throughout pre-construction

Skills

Accubid

Blueprint reading

Take-offs

Vendor quotes

Communication

Team coordination

Tools

Live Count

Job description

MV Power Solutions in the Denver metro area is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join its pre-construction team. You will analyze drawings, prepare take-offs, and build cost estimates for commercial electrical projects, working closely with the Chief Estimator from drawings to proposal.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years in commercial electrical estimating, experience with Accubid, and strong blueprint reading skills. The role offers growth opportunities and collaboration with PM and field teams.