Electrical Estimator

Elite Executive Solutions LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Elite Executive Solutions LLC in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator to develop detailed, competitive estimates for commercial electrical construction, including ground-up, healthcare, and data center work. You'll partner with preconstruction, operations, and leadership to pursue projects and ensure successful delivery.

The role requires reviewing drawings and specs, performing quantity takeoffs, pricing labor/materials, and contributing to bid strategies, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience in commercial projects.
• Proficiency with Accubid, ConEst or similar estimating software.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates from conceptual budgeting through GMP and final pricing.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for power, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and related electrical systems.
• Review drawings, specs and contract documents for scope accuracy.
• Develop labor, material, and equipment pricing using historical data and market conditions.
• Support bid strategy, project phasing, and risk assessment efforts.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Collaborate with project management during handoff and maintain estimating databases.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

Job description

Electrical Estimator – Austin, TX

Elite Executive Solutions is partnering with a highly respected electrical contractor in the Austin market to identify an experienced Electrical Estimator. This organization has built a reputation for excellence through strong client relationships, a robust project pipeline, and a disciplined preconstruction process focused on long-term success.

This opportunity is ideal for an estimator seeking a stable, growth-oriented environment where preconstruction plays a strategic role in project execution and business development.

Position Overview

The Electrical Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial electrical construction projects, including ground-up, tenant improvement, healthcare, mission-critical, and data center work. This position works closely with preconstruction, operations, and executive leadership to support project pursuit strategies and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates from conceptual budgeting through GMP and final pricing.
• Perform complete quantity takeoffs for power, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and related electrical systems.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure scope accuracy and completeness.
• Develop labor, material, and equipment pricing utilizing historical data and current market conditions.
• Participate in design-build, negotiated, and competitive bid opportunities.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Identify scope gaps, risk factors, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Support bid strategy development, project phasing, and risk assessment efforts.
• Collaborate with project management and operations teams during project handoff.
• Maintain estimating databases, assemblies, and historical cost benchmarks.

Project Types

• Commercial Ground-Up Construction
• Healthcare Facilities
• Mission-Critical & Data Center Projects
• Corporate Office & Mixed-Use Developments
• Tenant Improvements & Interior Build-Outs
• Design-Build & Negotiated Work

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, construction means and methods, and project delivery processes.
• Experience with healthcare, mission-critical, or data center projects is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Accubid, ConEst, or similar estimating software.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple estimates while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a respected and growing contractor with a strong presence in the Central Texas market.
• Work on high-profile commercial, healthcare, and mission-critical projects.
• Stable project backlog with a healthy mix of negotiated and repeat-client work.
• A collaborative leadership team that values preconstruction as a strategic function.
• Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

About Elite Executive Solutions

Elite Executive Solutions is a family-operated executive search firm specializing exclusively in the electrical construction industry. We partner selectively with top-performing contractors and connect exceptional professionals with long-term career opportunities.

If you're an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to join a respected contractor with a strong project pipeline and long-term career potential, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.