Electrical Estimator

E.L. Electrical Contracting Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

E.L. Electrical Contracting Inc. in the Metro Detroit area is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a full-time, on-site role based in Auburn Hills, MI.

You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, and prepare accurate cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Responsibilities include analyzing labor, material, and equipment needs, evaluating vendor quotes, and developing bid proposals and budgets.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical estimating, bid preparation and budgeting.
• Knowledge of cost control, budgeting, and value engineering.
• Familiarity with electrical contracting practices, field coordination, and project workflows.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals for building systems.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and documentation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and construction docs.
• Proficient with estimating software and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and analyze labor, material, and equipment requirements.
• Request and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes; develop bid proposals and budgets.
• Collaborate with project managers, electricians, and clients to clarify scope and identify value-engineering opportunities.
• Support cost control throughout the project lifecycle and stay current with electrical codes and market pricing.

Skills

Electrical Estimating

Cost Control

Electrical Contracting

Reading Electrical Drawings

Analytical Thinking

Communication on-site

Education

Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating Software

Excel

PDF Markup

Project Management Platforms

Job description

E.L. Electrical Contracting Inc. is a premier electrical contractor serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Metro Detroit area for over 27 years. A full-time master electrician leads a team of licensed electricians, ensuring all work is efficient, safe, and compliant with the National Electrical Code and local codes. The company invests in professional development through a four-year apprenticeship program and ongoing continuing education for journeyman electricians. Team members are known for their courteous, professional service and respect for clients’ homes and businesses. Honesty, integrity, high standards, and continuous improvement guide the company’s approach to customer relationships and project delivery.

Role Description

The Electrical Estimator is a full-time, on-site role based in Auburn Hills, MI. This role is responsible for reviewing project plans and specifications, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, and preparing accurate cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical projects. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing labor, material, and equipment requirements; requesting and evaluating vendor and subcontractor quotes; and developing bid proposals and budgets. The Electrical Estimator collaborates closely with project managers, electricians, and clients to clarify scope, identify value-engineering opportunities, and support cost control throughout the project lifecycle. The role also includes maintaining up-to-date knowledge of electrical codes, industry standards, and market pricing to ensure competitive and compliant estimates.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Electrical Estimating, including quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, and budget development.
• Candidates should possess skills in Cost Control, such as monitoring budgets, forecasting project costs, and supporting value engineering.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Electrical Contracting practices, including coordination with field teams and understanding project workflows.
• Candidates should possess a solid understanding of Electricity principles and Electrical Engineering fundamentals relevant to building systems.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Proficiency with estimating software and standard office tools (e.g., Excel, PDF markup, project management platforms).
• Relevant experience in electrical construction or estimating; formal education or technical training in electrical engineering or a related field is beneficial.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work on-site with cross-functional teams and vendors.