Electrical Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the construction sector is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join their team in Indianapolis. This role involves estimating new projects, reviewing plans, and preparing detailed bid proposals. The ideal candidate will possess over five years of experience in electrical estimating, with a strong ability to analyze project documents and identify cost-effective solutions. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact project success and client satisfaction. Join a company that values integrity and teamwork, and take the next step in your career.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience for commercial and industrial projects.
• Ability to read plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate project plans and specifications to create bid proposals.
• Calculate the cost of electrical construction based on available documents.
• Prepare bid documents and maintain organized project files.

Skills

Electrical Estimating

Plan Reading

Sales Capabilities

Multitasking

Trustworthiness

Education

5+ years of electrical estimating experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Computerized estimating experience (ACCUBID preferred)

Tools

ACCUBID

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Title: Electrical Estimator

Department: Electrical

Reports To: Director Of Electrical

Hourly/Salary: Salary

Revision Date: 04.15.2025

Travel: 10%

Salary Grade: TBD

GEMCO Constructors, LLC, headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation systems, and service contractor providing comprehensive design and build solutions for its customers throughout the United States.

Position Summary

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for estimating new projects.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

1. Review and evaluate project plans and specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents to identify what is needed for a project and to create a bid proposal.
2. Perform and input accurate take-offs.
3. Calculate the cost of electrical construction based on reviewing and evaluating available documents.
4. Analyze projects for value engineering options while considering specific job conditions that may affect labor and material costs.
5. Identify any inconsistent issues, conflicts, and other problems in the bid documents.
6. Support pre-planning for projects.
7. Maintain project documents such as drawings and specifications in an organized manner.
8. Maintain project files on the file server according to company standards.
9. Prepare cost reconciliation between estimates and explain variance cost drivers.
10. Request material and equipment quotes from vendors and suppliers.
11. Review quotes for adherence to requests and accuracy.
12. Prepare bid documents, including specific scope letters for each project.

Traits/Competencies

• Must be focused
• Must have sales capabilities
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be trustworthy and responsible

Requirements

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience for commercial and industrial projects
• Ability to read plans and specifications
• Computerized estimating experience (ACCUBID preferred)
• Labor factor analysis and modification
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Physical Demands

Normal office duties.

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