Electrical Estimator

Flux Resources; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse projects for global clients

Collaborative expert team

Job summary

Flux Resources seeks an Electrical Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates and manage budget alignment for multi-discipline projects. Remote role with travel to client sites, preferred Indianapolis area or other US locations.

The estimator will reconcile bid submissions, source current pricing, and collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure accurate should-cost estimates and fair pricing. Strong communication and IT skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent discipline experiences.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient with IT tools and software used for estimation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from design documents.
• Understand union and trade construction cost standards.
• Develop final should-cost estimates to validate trade cost submissions.
• Reconcile trade bid submissions with project scope, market conditions, and budget.
• Source current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and databases.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to understand project scope.
• Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.
• Maintain organized project documentation and file structures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Excellent communication

Presentation abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Equivalent discipline experience

Tools

Microsoft Windows OS

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based platforms

Job description

Electrical Estimator (Remote)

Location: Indianapolis, IN is preferred (can work from Portland, OR or Phoenix, AZ with some travel to Indianapolis, IN site)

Salary: $100k - $140k annually

Remote with some travel to sites.

As an Electrical Estimator, you will prepare cost estimates for specific disciplines and provide business support to senior staff. You'll conduct budget and market estimates, trade reconciliations while utilizing project documentation, industry standards, and current market costs. This full-time role offers the opportunity to demonstrate your potential, collaborate with industry experts, and enjoy a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.


• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from available design documents.


• Understand union and trade construction cost standards.


• Develop final “should cost” estimates to validate trade cost submissions and ensure fair pricing.


• Reconcile trade bid submissions with project scope, market conditions, and budget.


• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and respond effectively to change.


• Source accurate and current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and databases.


• Collaborate with architects and engineers to understand project scope and build strong relationships with A/E firms and project teams.


• Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.


• Maintain organized project documentation and file structures in accordance with company standards.


• Support cost data library.


• Prepare cost reconciliations between multiple estimates and explain cost variances.


• May need to perform site walks as needed at the client site.


• Potential travel at client site.


• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Role Complexity and Decision-Making

• Work involves conventional practices with occasional complex features.


• Work within a collaborative group and demonstrate ownership on assignments, making sound technical judgments.


• Collaborate with and provide guidance to junior technical staff and assist with assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent discipline experience.


• Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience.


• Proficient in IT tools including Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and web-based platforms.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work on diverse and complex projects for globally recognized clients.


• A collaborative team of expert professionals.