Electrical Estimator

Prime Partners; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, and

Employer-paid EAP

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Prime Partners is seeking an Electrical Estimator to develop accurate bids for electrical construction. You will own estimates from takeoff to final proposal, collaborating with internal teams and vendors, and supporting Project Managers after award.

The role suits someone with a few years of estimating experience who wants bigger projects and team growth. Responsibilities include detailed takeoffs, supplier quotes, bid preparation, and coordination with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical estimating or electrical construction experience.
• Experience estimating electrical and low-voltage pathways, conduit, and raceways.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical plans, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, addenda, and bid documents to define scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, material, equipment, and subs costs.
• Build estimates using estimating software, spreadsheets, and historical data.
• Determine labor hours, productivity assumptions, and material quantities.
• Obtain and compare quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify discrepancies, scope gaps, exclusions, and cost risks.
• Prepare bid summaries, pricing worksheets, and proposals on time.
• Support value-engineering and alternate pricing options.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Contracts on scope and pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and customer meetings as needed.
• Price change orders and scope revisions for Project Managers.
• Communicate bid assumptions and scope details during handoff to the project team.
• Track bid status, deadlines, and results.
• Maintain organized estimating files and cost records.

Skills

3+ years electrical estimating

Read and interpret electrical drawings

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Accubid

Trimble

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

We're hiring an Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for electrical construction projects. You'll own estimates from takeoff to final proposal, work with internal teams and vendors on pricing and scope, and support Project Managers once a job is awarded.

This role fits someone with a few years of estimating experience who wants to work on larger projects and grow with the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to define project scope
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs
• Build estimates using estimating software, spreadsheets, and historical cost data
• Determine labor hours, productivity assumptions, and material quantities
• Get and compare quotes from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Identify discrepancies, scope gaps, exclusions, and cost risks
• Prepare bid summaries, pricing worksheets, and proposals within bid deadlines
• Support value-engineering and alternate pricing options
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Contracts on scope and pricing
• Attend pre-bid meetings, jobsite walks, and customer meetings as needed
• Price change orders and scope revisions for Project Managers
• Communicate bid assumptions and scope details during handoff to the project team
• Track bid status, deadlines, and results
• Maintain organized estimating files and historical cost records

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical estimating or electrical construction experience
• Experience estimating electrical and low-voltage pathways, conduit, and raceways
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical plans, and specifications
• Working knowledge of electrical construction methods, labor productivity, and material costs
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Accubid, Trimble, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms preferred
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and BICSI standards preferred
• Experience with commercial, telecommunications, or large-scale electrical projects preferred
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• BICSI or other industry certifications a plus

Benefits and Compensation

• $90,000 - $115,000 annual salary based on experience
• Salaried, exempt position
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Full health benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuous training opportunities

Why Work With Us

• Work on large commercial and electrical construction projects
• Learn from an experienced senior estimator and division leadership
• Clear path to grow into a senior estimating role
• Stable company with a consistent bid pipeline