Electrical Estimator

ERMCO; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health benefits

401k with company match

Job summary

ERMCO is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to lead the development of comprehensive cost estimates for commercial electrical, low-voltage, and automation projects. You will drive strategic pricing decisions and collaborate with operations leaders to support profitable project execution.

As a senior member of the estimating team, you will mentor junior estimators, manage complex pursuits, and participate in alternative delivery projects such as Design-Assist and CMAR opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Business Management, or 6 years of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of commercial electrical estimating and/or project management experience.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience with commercial electrical distribution, low-voltage, and automation systems.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and assembly of complete electrical project estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to quantify project costs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and input estimating data.
• Prepare bills of material and solicit vendor pricing.
• Analyze and validate vendor quotations for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop labor and material pricing strategies based on project conditions.
• Prepare proposals, scope letters, and budgets.
• Manage alternates, unit pricing, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Mentor and support Estimator I and II team members.
• Maintain relationships with clients, engineers, GCs, vendors, and manufacturers.
• Support multiple estimates while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Mathematical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Accubid

Job description

ERMCO is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our growing Estimating team. In this role, you'll lead the development of cost estimates for commercial electrical, low-voltage, and automation projects while helping drive strategic pricing decisions that maximize value for our customers and support profitable project execution.

As a senior member of the estimating team, you'll take ownership of complex pursuits, provide mentorship to junior estimators, collaborate with operations leaders, and participate in alternative delivery projects including Design-Assist and CMAR opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Lead the preparation and assembly of complete electrical project estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to accurately quantify project costs.
• Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs and estimating system input.
• Prepare bills of material and solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Analyze and validate vendor quotations for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop labor and material pricing strategies based on project conditions.
• Prepare proposals, scope letters, conceptual budgets, and schematic budgets.
• Manage alternates, unit pricing, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Mentor and support Estimator I and Estimator II team members.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, engineers, general contractors, vendors, and manufacturers.
• Support multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Business Management, or 6 years of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of commercial electrical estimating and/or project management experience.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience with commercial electrical distribution systems, low-voltage systems, and automation systems.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid preferred.
• Strong communication, mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Why ERMCO?

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP), giving employees a direct stake in the company's success
• Competitive benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401k with company match, LTD, STD, life insurance
• At ERMCO, you'll work alongside some of the industry's best electrical professionals on challenging commercial, industrial, mission-critical, and specialty projects. We value collaboration, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement while investing in the growth and development of our people.