Electrical Estimator

Leapros Skilled Trades; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Vehicle allowance or travel support

Job summary

A skilled trades staffing agency is seeking an Electrical Estimator in New York City to prepare accurate cost estimates for various electrical construction projects. The role requires strong collaboration with project management and engineering teams to ensure comprehensive and compliant bids, backed by over 5 years of experience in the field. The position offers competitive compensation and a full-time employment opportunity, including significant responsibilities in project planning and execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience estimating electrical construction projects.
• Ability to collaborate with GCs, owners, and design teams.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and installation methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical cost estimates.
• Track historical cost data and maintain estimating databases.
• Ensure compliance with NEC and local codes.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Cost estimation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, ConEst)

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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Job Summary

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical construction projects ranging from small tenant improvements to large-scale commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. This role collaborates closely with project management, engineering, and operations teams to ensure bids are complete, compliant, and aligned with company profitability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical cost estimates from drawings, specifications, and scope documents
• Perform material takeoffs for power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low voltage, and specialty systems
• Analyze labor productivity, crew compositions, and project schedules
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing
• Identify scope gaps, constructability issues, and value engineering opportunities
• Develop clarifications, inclusions, exclusions, and alternates for proposals
• Support preconstruction meetings and handoff to project management teams
• Track historical cost data and maintain estimating databases
• Assist with change order pricing when required
• Ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, and project specifications

Project Types

• Commercial office, retail, healthcare, education, and mixed-use
• Industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, and warehouses
• Data centers and mission-critical infrastructure
• Renovations, tenant improvements, and ground-up construction

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience estimating electrical construction projects
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and installation methods
• Proficiency with estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, ConEst, or similar)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience working with GCs, owners, and design teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician background
• Design-build or negotiated work experience
• Knowledge of BIM coordination and prefabrication strategies
• Data center or industrial power experience (medium/high voltage, switchgear, generators, UPS)
• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Vehicle allowance or travel support (if applicable)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management
• Industries: Construction

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