Electrical Estimator

Jobot; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits for employee and

family

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator for major utility and infrastructure projects in Columbus, Ohio. This permanent role focuses on preparing detailed electrical estimates from drawings and specs, analyzing cost data, and leveraging tools like Bluebeam, HeavyBid, and Accubid.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of electrical estimation experience and deep knowledge of high voltage substations and transmission systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical estimation.
• Proficient in Bluebeam, HeavyBid, or Accubid.
• Extensive knowledge of high voltage substations, electric power transmission, electrical transmission, and EHV transmission lines.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, products, and the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate electrical estimates for construction projects based on technical drawings and specifications.
• Analyze and compute data related to construction projects, such as material cost, labor cost, and timeframes.
• Utilize software such as Bluebeam, HeavyBid, or Accubid to create and modify electrical estimates.
• Evaluate and recommend electrical systems and products based on specifications, test data, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to understand the scope and requirements of the project.
• Review and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics for high‑voltage substations, electrical transmission lines & distribution, and utility‑scale projects.

Skills

Electrical estimation

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Accubid

Job description

Job Details

Senior Electrical Estimator – Major Utility & Infrastructure Projects (Permanent)

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

Hosted by: Drew Fetter

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Permanent Electrical Estimator to join our dynamic team in the construction industry.

A bit about us

We are a leading national contractor specializing in outside electrical construction, with deep experience in transmission, distribution, substations, EPC, and storm‑restoration work. With roots going back several decades, we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety. Our workforce includes highly skilled, union‑affiliated professionals committed to upholding strict safety standards and technical excellence. With offices across the U.S., we deliver scalable solutions and respond quickly wherever power infrastructure needs arise.

Why join us?

• 100% company-paid benefits for employee and family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate electrical estimates for construction projects based on technical drawings and specifications.
• Analyze and compute data related to construction projects, such as material cost, labor cost, and timeframes.
• Utilize software such as Bluebeam, HeavyBid, or Accubid to create and modify electrical estimates.
• Evaluate and recommend electrical systems and products based on specifications, test data, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to understand the scope and requirements of the project.
• Review and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics for high‑voltage substations, electrical transmission lines & distribution, and utility‑scale projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical estimation, preferably in the construction industry.
• Proficient in Bluebeam, HeavyBid, or Accubid.
• Extensive knowledge of high voltage substations, electric power transmission, electrical transmission, and EHV transmission lines.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, products, and the construction industry.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.