Electrical Estimator

EIG Electrical Systems; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EIG Electrical Systems in Abilene, TX is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator with at least 5 years of experience in electrical commercial construction. The role involves managing projects from initial estimates to final handoff, collaborating closely with team members and stakeholders, and preparing detailed cost evaluations. Candidates should have strong communication skills and proficiency in estimating software. A Bachelor's degree is a plus, but not required. This position offers foundational support to ensure project success within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Commercial Construction as an Estimator.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in estimating and take-off software.

Responsibilities

• Handle project from first estimate through project handoff.
• Prepare detailed estimates and variance summaries.
• Collaborate with project team to establish staffing and project requirements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team player

Estimating software proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Estimating software (WinEst)

BIM tools (Revit)

Job description

Job Description

Evergreen Innovation Group, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an Electrical Estimator with at least 5 years of experience on commercial construction projects. This role is required to be in person at our Abilene, TX location and reports to the Dallas, TX office.

Estimators will work primarily on negotiated electrical commercial projects within our core markets: healthcare, higher education, advanced technology, life sciences, and commercial. They will work closely with architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors to make a significant impact on the success of the company and delivering on our mission.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding and enthusiastic agreement with the vision and mission of EIG.
• Handles the project from first estimate all the way through project handoff.
• Ability to look beyond the information that has been given, to ask the right questions, and work to provide a complete project cost evaluation.
• Must be a collaborative and passionate advocate for our customers, empowering, and informing them throughout the project.
• Must be aggressive in providing innovative solutions to complex issues as they arise related to cost, lead‑times, trade partners, and/or specified products or materials.
• Ability to make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating across all scopes of work.
• Must have experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic and feasibility level documentation.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimates and as the design evolves, develop variance summaries between estimates and value engineering studies throughout.
• Ability to assemble a complete presentation‑worthy estimate package that clearly communicates project cost.
• Must be able to collaborate with project team to establish the necessary staffing and project requirements.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
• Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications, and comprehensive bid packages.
• Must have experience with the bidding process: soliciting bids, communicating with bidders, evaluating subcontractor proposals, using bid tally sheets, etc.
• Make subcontractor award recommendations to the customer/owner and negotiate and finalize subcontracts with trade partners.
• Must be prepared to participate and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost and budget information to the customer/owner.
• Must have experience being a member of the team involved in requests for proposal responses (RFP’s) and the formal presentation for a project.
• Able to engage and develop business with new and existing customers.
• Willingness and desire to actively participate in Value Engineering sessions with the project team and design team.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Flexible, detail‑oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to include both written and verbal communication.
• Creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project‑by‑project basis.
• Ability to identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment, both external and internal teammates.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (WinEst, Timberline, or similar), take‑off software (Accubid Livecount or similar), BIM tools (Revit, Assemble, etc), project management software (CMiC or similar), or scheduling software (Primavera or similar).

Education and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Commercial Construction as an Estimator, preferably within DPR core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus, but not required.
• Field experience is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with Design/Build and Design/Assist project is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Travel to and from the office as well as assigned job site(s).