Electrical Estimator

gpac; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance package

401K

Paid vacation

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Job summary

gpac is hiring an Electrical Estimator on behalf of a local electrical contractor in the Arlington area. The role involves developing detailed estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, and preparing proposal documents with measurements and scope.

You will participate in pre-bid meetings and verify project requirements on site. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of estimating experience with an electrical contractor, familiarity with Accubid/McCormick/Conest, and a strong

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical installations, estimating techniques, and cost control.
• Ability to interpret design and constructability notes to develop estimates.
• Experience reading drawings and specifications to prepare accurate takeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope and estimate details.
• Estimate electrical work for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job site walkthroughs to verify requirements.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Client communication

Education

College degree in related field

Tools

Accubid

McCormick

Conest

Job description

Electrical Estimator

Gpac is a national executive search firm specializing in recruitment for the electrical construction industry. We have been retained by a local electrical contractor in the area to find an Electrical Estimator to join their team.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary based on experience


• Bonus potential


• Health insurance package


• 401K


• Paid vacation


• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required estimate details


• Estimate electrical work for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects


• Attend pre-bid meetings and job site walkthroughs to verify project requirements


• Perform complete take-offs for electrical scope of work


• Maintain detailed estimate documentation, including supplier pricing and historical cost data


• Support other departments as needed, including assisting with estimates in related disciplines


• Analyze design options and recommend cost-effective solutions


• Interface with clients on bid-walks and provide estimating support to field operations


• Perform additional tasks as assigned by leadership

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of estimating experience with an electrical contractor


• Experience with Accubid, McCormick, or Conest estimating software


• Strong knowledge of electrical installations, estimating techniques, and cost control


• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and estimating systems


• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines


• Stable work history


• Previous management or supervisory experience is a plus

Preferred but Not Required:

• College degree in a related field