Electrical Estimator

gpac; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac, a national executive search firm, is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a local electrical contractor in Detroit. The role involves preparing proposal specifications, estimating electrical work for commercial projects, and interfacing with clients to provide support. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in estimating, with a strong knowledge of electrical installations and cost control. A comprehensive compensation package is provided.

Benefits

Competitive base salary based on experience

Bonus potential

Health insurance package

401K

Paid vacation

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience with an electrical contractor.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and estimate electrical work for projects.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job site walkthroughs.
• Analyze design options and recommend cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Estimating techniques

Cost control

Detail-oriented

Knowledge of electrical installations

Education

College degree in a related field

Tools

Accubid

McCormick

Conest

Job description

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Senior Director, Electrical Construction Recruiter I 575+ Electrical Contractor Partners

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
  
  

Your resume will not be shared with any company without us first reaching out to discuss the opportunity in detail.

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Contact Ben Broers directly for more information: 605-937-5246 [e-mail]

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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