Electrical Estimator

ProSource Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

ProSource Group in New York City seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator to support its project pipeline, focusing on commercial electrical work across NYC, including interiors, developments, mission-critical facilities, and upgrades.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical estimating, ability to read drawings, prepare labor and material takeoffs, source pricing, and collaborate with senior leadership from bid to handover.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Strong ability to read electrical drawings, specs, and one-line diagrams.
• Experience calculating labor, materials, equipment, vendor, and subcontractor costs.
• Familiarity with electrical estimating and takeoff platforms; Bluebeam experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive estimates for power distribution, lighting, controls, switchgear, feeders, and related systems.
• Analyze plans, specs, addenda, and tender documents to determine scope and cost exposure.
• Produce detailed labor and material takeoffs with productivity factors.
• Source and evaluate pricing from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Prepare bid qualifications, clarifications, exclusions, and supporting docs.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and contribute to competitive bid approaches.
• Collaborate with senior leadership during bid reviews and final submissions.
• Provide comprehensive estimate handovers to project management after awards.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Takeoffs

Bid coordination

Vendor management

Communication skills

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

Role Overview

We are working with an established Electrical Contractor in New York City seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support its continued project pipeline.

The position will focus on producing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial electrical work across NYC. Projects span corporate interiors, commercial developments, mission-critical facilities, infrastructure improvements, fit-outs, and electrical upgrade programs.

This role would suit an estimator with a strong technical understanding of electrical construction who is comfortable managing the estimating process from initial document review and takeoff through final bid submission and project turnover.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive estimates covering power distribution, lighting, controls, switchgear, feeders, branch wiring, and related electrical systems.
• Analyze plans, specifications, addenda, and tender documents to determine project scope and identify potential cost or scope exposure.
• Produce detailed labor and material takeoffs using appropriate productivity and labor factors.
• Source and evaluate pricing from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure accurate and complete bid coverage.
• Prepare bid qualifications, clarifications, exclusions, and supporting documentation.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and assist in developing competitive approaches to each bid.
• Collaborate with senior leadership during bid reviews, pricing discussions, and final submissions.
• Provide comprehensive estimate handovers to project management and operations teams following successful awards.

Background & Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in electrical estimating within the construction industry.
• In-depth understanding of commercial electrical systems, materials, equipment, and installation practices.
• Strong ability to read electrical drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, and other construction documentation.
• Experience calculating labor, material, equipment, vendor, and subcontractor costs.
• Familiarity with electrical estimating and takeoff platforms; Bluebeam experience is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail with good analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Compensation

• $130K-$155K DOE + Benefits.
• Work on a diverse portfolio of significant electrical projects across New York City.
• Join an established contractor with a consistent backlog of upcoming work.
• Clear opportunity for continued professional and career development.
• Work closely with experienced estimating, preconstruction, and operations professionals.