Electrical Estimator

The State Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off (vacation, sick days, &-

401(k) Retirement Plan with company-m

Competitive compensation, annual pay +

Diversity and inclusivity

Job summary

The State Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator at our Louisville, Kentucky location. You will prepare electrical cost estimates for diverse projects, including conceptual, design-build, and general tender work, regardless of size or complexity.

Independently calculate material, labor, and equipment costs based on proposals, plans, and specifications, and collaborate with project teams to secure competitive pricing and cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction estimating experience in automotive, data center, or industrial sectors.
• Proficiency in Accubid Estimating Software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively within a team.
• Solid understanding of electrical drawings and ability to interpret schematics.
• Familiarity with industry practices and electrical trade scope.
• Must be able to commute to the Louisville, KY office daily.
• Commitment to teamwork, customers, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical cost estimates for diverse projects (conceptual, design-build, general tender).
• Independently calculate material, labor, and equipment costs from proposals, plans, and specs.
• Review data to determine material and labor requirements.
• Compute cost factors for planning, scheduling, bidding, and subcontracting.
• Draft RFQs to secure competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with project teams to support cost estimates.
• Use Accubid for precise cost calculations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborate with estimators and Director of Estimating to establish indirect costs and overheads.
• Perform additional duties to achieve company objectives.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Team collaboration

Interpret electrical drawings

Tools

Accubid Estimating Software

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

For more than 65 years, The State Group's 3,500+ professionals have built and maintained the infrastructure that keeps businesses and industries moving across North America. Today, the company is a multi-trade industrial contractor powering industry solutions and sustaining critical operations across electrical, mechanical, civil, communications, maintenance, and emerging technology—from major construction projects to the ongoing work that keeps critical operations running as a trusted service partner of choice.

We invest in our people, technology, and innovation to strengthen how we work today and prepare for what's ahead. At The State Group, there are tremendous opportunities to build your skills, grow your career, and be part of something bigger.

The State Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator based at our Louisville, Kentucky location.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

This position is integral to our success and offers opportunities for career advancement.

100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting.

Competitive compensation, annual pay increases, and bonuses.

State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.

Forge partnerships that last through teamwork, integrity, and respect.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As an Electrical Estimator, you will prepare electrical cost estimates for diverse projects, including conceptual, design-build, and general tender work, regardless of size or complexity.

Independently calculate material, labor, and equipment costs based on proposals, plans, and specifications, including project closings.

Review specific and detailed data to determine material and labor requirements.

Compute cost factors for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, scheduling work, bidding, vendor selection, subcontracting, and cost-effectiveness analysis.

Draft requests for quotations (RFQs) to secure competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.

Collaborate with project teams to garner support and commitment for cost estimates.

Use estimating software such as Accubid for precise cost calculations.

Analyze current practices and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements, and recommend process improvements.

Collaborate with other estimators and the Director of Estimating to establish project indirect costs and overheads for each estimate.

Perform additional duties as assigned to achieve company objectives.

WHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM

8+ years of construction estimating experience in either automotive, data center, or industrial sectors.

Proficiency in Accubid Estimating Software.

Strong organizational skills, capable of handling multiple competing priorities and timelines.

Ability to build relationships and work effectively within a team.

Solid understanding of electrical drawings and the ability to interpret schematics.

Familiarity with industry practices and electrical trade scope.

Ability to commute to the Louisville, KY office daily.

A strong commitment to our team, our customers, and the environments we serve.

Embrace challenges, commit to continuous improvement, and deliver exceptional work.

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email [e-mail].