Electrical Estimation Manager

Manatal; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health benefits package including

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Manatal is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Grand Prairie, TX to lead the electrical estimating team and drive large-scale bids. You will train junior estimators, collaborate with the Electrical Director, and manage the bid pipeline to support division revenue growth.

The role requires a strong background in electrical estimating, leadership, and comprehensive knowledge of drawings, specs, and costs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electrical estimating or related construction experience with a proven track record on large-scale projects.
• 3+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Experience estimating electrical and low-voltage pathways.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, labor productivity, and material costs.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Accubid, Trimble, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and BICSI standards.
• Experience working with General Contractors, owners, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
• BICSI or other industry certifications a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the electrical estimating team and assign estimates based on skillset and workload.
• Train junior estimators and help hire new team members.
• Partner with the Electrical Director on monthly targets to balance workload and grow revenue.
• Review financial results on projects to improve profitability on bids.
• Track the estimating pipeline and report bid status and results.
• Review drawings, specs, addenda, and bid documents for large-scale projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Build labor hours and material quantities using estimating software and historical data.
• Obtain and compare quotes from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, assumptions, and cost risks.
• Prepare bid summaries, pricing worksheets, and proposals.
• Lead value-engineering and alternate pricing options.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Contracts on bid strategy.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and customer meetings.
• Support Project Managers with change order pricing and handoff from estimating to execution.
• Improve estimating processes, tools, and accuracy across the team.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Team leadership

Reading drawings & specs

Advanced Excel

Estimating software

Cost analysis

Vendor negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Accubid

Trimble

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Position Overview

We're hiring a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead our electrical estimating team. You'll run your own large-scale bids and also assign work, train junior estimators, and work with the Electrical Director to manage the bid pipeline and division revenue.

This is a leadership role for an experienced estimator who wants to build a team and have a direct say in how the division grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the electrical estimating team, and assign estimates based on skillset, experience, and workload
• Train junior estimators and help hire new team members
• Partner with the Electrical Director on monthly WIP targets to balance field workload and grow division revenue
• Review financial results on current and past projects to improve profitability on future bids
• Track the estimating pipeline and report on bid status and resultsReview drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents for large-scale electrical projects
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs
• Build labor hours, productivity assumptions, and material quantities using estimating software and historical cost data
• Get and compare quotes from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, assumptions, and cost risks
• Prepare bid summaries, pricing worksheets, and proposals
• Lead value-engineering and alternate pricing options
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Contracts on bid strategy and constructability
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and customer meetings
• Support Project Managers with change order pricing and handoff from estimating to execution
• Improve estimating processes, tools, and accuracy across the team

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of electrical estimating or related construction experience with a proven track record on large-scale projects
• 3+ years in a management or leadership role
• Experience estimating electrical and low-voltage pathways
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Solid understanding of construction methods, labor productivity, and material costs
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Accubid, Trimble, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and BICSI standards
• Experience working with General Contractors, owners, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• BICSI or other industry certifications a plus
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Benefits and Compensation

• $105,000 – $150,000 annual salary based on experience
• Salaried, exempt position
• Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Full health benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuous training opportunities

Why Work With Us

• Lead a team and shape how the estimating department runs
• Work on large-scale electrical projects
• Work directly with division leadership on revenue and growth
• Stable company with a consistent bid pipeline