Electrical Estimator

Shelby Electric Company; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby Electric is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects. You will evaluate bid documents, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop labor and material costs while soliciting vendor pricing.

The role requires reading complex drawings, understanding NEC and local codes, and collaborating with project teams to ensure profitable work and a smooth transition from estimating to execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years electrical estimating experience.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, riser diagrams, architectural plans, specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and preparing complete labor and material estimates.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code and local building codes.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to document assumptions and present estimates to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, competitive, and complete cost estimates for electrical construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor and material costs.
• Solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing and manage bids.
• Identify project risks and support preconstruction activities.
• Collaborate with project executives, operations teams, and clients to ensure smooth handoff to execution.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Bid management

Excel/MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Accubid

PlanSwift

Bluebeam Revu

ERP systems

Job description

Shelby Electric is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive, and complete cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This individual will evaluate bid documents, perform quantity takeoffs, develop labor and material costs, solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing, identify project risks, and support the company throughout the preconstruction and bid process.

The successful candidate understands electrical systems and construction methods, works confidently under bid deadlines, and can translate complex drawings and specifications into a clear project scope and reliable estimate. The Electrical Estimator will collaborate with project executives, operations teams, general contractors, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors to help secure profitable work and ensure a smooth transition from estimating to project execution.

Projects may include industrial, commercial, institutional, healthcare, data center, manufacturing, public works, and roadway.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating and Takeoffs
• Bid Management
• Risk, Compliance, and Quality Control
• Collaboration and Handoff

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of electrical estimating experience with an electrical contractor, general contractor, engineering firm, or related construction organization.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial and/or industrial electrical construction methods, materials, equipment, sequencing, and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, riser diagrams, architectural plans, specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and preparing complete labor and material estimates.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and relevant building, fire, energy, and local code requirements.
• Ability to independently manage multiple estimates, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document assumptions and present estimates to leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and common document-management tools.
• Proficiency with Accubid, McCormick, ConEst, Trimble, Bluebeam Revu, or PlanSwift.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites, pre-bid meetings, and client meetings when required.
• Legally authorized to work in Unites States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, electrical engineering, engineering technology, or a related field; equivalent field and estimating experience will also be considered.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license, electrical apprenticeship completion, or substantial electrical field experience.
• Experience estimating projects in the industrial and roadway industries.
• Experience with design-build, design-assist, negotiated, and conceptual estimating.
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC coordination, prefabrication, and electrical modeling workflows.
• Knowledge of local labor conditions, suppliers, subcontractors, permitting agencies, and market pricing.
• Experience with ERP, project-management, and bid-management platforms such as Sage, Autodesk Construction Cloud/Forma Build, and BuildingConnected.
• Experience developing estimates for low-voltage, fire alarm, telecommunications, renewable-energy, medium-voltage, or specialty systems.