Electrical Estimator

Linked Professional Services; Hightstown (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Linked, LLC is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team in Millstone, NJ. The role focuses on high-voltage electrical installations for commercial construction and infrastructure projects across New Jersey and New York.

The ideal candidate will analyze complex drawings, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate bids. Projects may reach up to $100 million, including public-sector and transit work, with travel across NJ and NYC boroughs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years electrical estimating experience.
• Experience estimating commercial, industrial, infrastructure, public-sector, or high/medium-voltage projects.
• Proficiency with electrical estimating software and takeoff tools (Accubid, Con Est, Bluebeam).

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed labor, material, and equipment estimates from design through bid documents.
• Review electrical drawings, schematics, and addenda to define scope of work.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, low- and high-voltage systems.
• Prepare bid proposals, cost breakdowns, and documentation per bid requirements.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess conditions and requirements.
• Forecast man-hours, labor, crew sizes, and project costs; consider union labor where applicable.
• Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Takeoffs

Reading drawings

NEC knowledge

Project cost analysis

Travel readiness

Tools

Accubid

Con Est

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Electrical Estimator

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Salary: $95,000–$100,000 annually

Travel: Projects throughout New Jersey and the 5 boroughs of New York

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package + mileage reimbursement

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team in Millstone, NJ. This position plays a critical role in project planning and bid execution, with a primary focus on high-voltage electrical installations, commercial construction, and infrastructure projects throughout the New Jersey and New York metropolitan area.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on electrical estimating experience and the ability to analyze complex drawings, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate and competitive bids. Projects may range in size up to $100 million and include public-sector, transit, infrastructure, commercial, and private-sector work.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working on projects throughout New Jersey and all five boroughs of New York City: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed labor, material, and equipment cost estimates for electrical construction projects from conceptual design through final contract documents.
• Review and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, one-line diagrams, and addenda to determine the complete scope of work.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for electrical systems, including:
  • Power distribution
  • Lighting
  • Grounding
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Low-voltage systems
  • Medium- and high-voltage systems
• Complete detailed material takeoffs, including conduit, cabling, wiring, switches, fixtures, and specialized electrical equipment.
• Estimate materials and quantities for large infrastructure projects such as street lighting networks, transit/subway projects, commercial buildings, and automation systems.
• Solicit, analyze, and compare pricing from material suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, cost risks, and potential estimating issues.
• Prepare final bid proposals, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation in accordance with public-agency and private-sector bidding requirements.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to evaluate existing conditions and project requirements.
• Review municipal and public-agency specifications and requirements.
• Forecast required man-hours, crew sizes, labor requirements, and project costs, including applicable union labor rates and regulations.
• Manage multiple estimates and projects while meeting strict bid deadlines.
• Work on projects throughout NJ and the 5 boroughs of NYC, with individual projects valued up to $100 million.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, preferably with an established electrical contractor, infrastructure contractor, or similar organization.
• Experience estimating commercial, industrial, infrastructure, public-sector, or high/medium-voltage electrical projects.
• Proficiency with electrical estimating and takeoff software such as:
  • Accubid
  • Con Est
  • Bluebeam
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable regional electrical codes and standards, including NYC requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical and engineering drawings, architectural plans, specifications, and one-line diagrams.
• Experience with or familiarity with transit, infrastructure, public-sector, or commercial fit-out projects in the NY/NJ/PA region is highly preferred.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to independently prioritize work and meet demanding bid deadlines.
• Understanding of electrical construction labor requirements, crew sizes, productivity, and union labor considerations.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites throughout New Jersey and the five boroughs of New York City.

Interview Process

• First Interview: Microsoft Teams
• Second Interview:Om-site
• $95,000–$100,000 annual salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunity to work on large-scale electrical, infrastructure, transit, commercial, and public-sector projects
• Projects valued up to $100 million

Compensation & Benefits

• $95,000–$100,000 annual salary
• Direct Hire / Full-Time
• Benefits package
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunity to work on large-scale electrical, infrastructure, transit, commercial, and public-sector projects
• Projects valued up to $100 million

Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.