Construction Project Estimator (Indianapolis, IN)

The Superior Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plan

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vacation/PTO

Health Savings Account

Maternity and Parental Leave

Job summary

The Superior Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Project Estimator who will interpret drawings, read specs, and perform takeoffs for change orders on active projects.

This role works primarily on site with project management, field supervision, and subcontractors to capture scope changes and align with goals. A strong background in electrical estimating and experience with industry-standard tools is required.

Qualifications

• You have proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in construction, contracting, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installations, and industry standards.
• Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Bonus points for an associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Systems Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand contract drawings and project specifications.
• Review RFIs, bulletins, and field directives to identify scope changes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs based on updated drawings and field conditions.
• Develop scopes of work for change orders, including labor, materials, and subs.
• Support change order pricing using labor units and field data.
• Coordinate with field teams to validate installation methods.
• Track and document change events from identification through resolution.
• Maintain an up-to-date change order log with status.
• Prepare clear cost backup for change order submissions.
• Assist in identifying schedule impacts related to scope changes.
• Support time-and-material tracking with field tickets.
• Collaborate with project management and partners to ensure alignment.

Skills

Electrical Estimating

Electrical Systems

Estimating Software

Field Coordination

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Systems Management

Tools

Accubid

Trimble

Bluebeam

Job description

Position: Project Estimator
Reports to: Program Executive
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000

We take into consideration a number of factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates, such as market location, experience, skills, and education.

Superior is looking for a Project Estimator who will be responsible for interpreting drawings, reading specifications, change order pricing, and do takeoff on certain items.

The Project Estimator operates primarily in the field and requires close coordination with project management, field supervision, subcontractors, and clients to ensure all scope changes and impacts are captured, documented, and aligned with project goals. This role is based on a jobsite in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand contract drawings and project specifications


• Review RFIs, bulletins, and field directives to identify scope changes


• Perform quantity takeoffs based on updated drawings and field conditions


• Develop scopes of work for change orders, including labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor requirements


• Support change order pricing using labor units, historical data, and field-verified productivity


• Coordinate with field teams to validate installation methods and production rates


• Track and document change events from identification through resolution


• Maintain an up-to-date change order log, including pending, approved, and disputed items


• Prepare clear and organized cost backup for change order submissions


• Assist in identifying schedule impacts related to scope changes


• Support time-and-material (T&M) tracking, including field tickets and installed quantities


• Collaborate with project management and Tri-Venture partners to ensure alignment

Your Expertise

• Required: You have proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in construction, contracting, or a related field


• Required: You have strong knowledge of electrical systems, installations methods, and industry standards


• Required: You are proficient in estimating software (e.g., Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar)


• Bonus Points: You have earned an associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Systems Management or a related field

Our Benefits

We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:

• Health Insurance:We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children


• Dental Plan:We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children


• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance:We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you


• Vacation/PTO:You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year


• Health Savings Account:We contribute at least $750 to your HSA each year


• Maternity and Parental Leave:New parents receive paid time off

About The Superior Group (Superior)

Superior is a national leader in electrical design and construction and among the largest electrical contractors in the U.S. From hospitals to data centers to corporate campuses and beyond, we bring power and connectivity to projects of every shape and size. Superior is part of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company and a leading infrastructure builder with deep experience across power delivery and generation, energy, communications, and heavy civil sectors.

Superior is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Superior is a Drug-Free workplace. Candidates must successfully pass criminal background check, pre-employment, and random drug screens.