Electrical Estimator

Continental Electrical Construction Co.; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Assistance, tools, and resources

Collaborative workplace

Career development

Job summary

Continental Electrical Construction Company seeks an electrical estimator to accurately determine labor costs for electrical construction projects. You will download project documents, organize estimates, and set up Accubid and Live Count, identifying gaps for accurate costing.

Responsibilities include assisting the Project Manager with WIP, change orders, and clear communication with field teams and clients, while developing detailed takeoffs and proposal letters.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in electrical construction industry experience.
• 3-4 years commercial electrical estimating experience.
• Ability to derive time and materials from CAD drawings and specs.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office; Accubid experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Download project documents, organize estimates, set up Accubid and Live Count, and identify gaps.
• Support Project Manager in WIP management, change orders, and field/client communications.
• Produce takeoffs, estimate entry, quote review, and prepare proposal letters.
• Review scope with customers and define comeback items.

Skills

Commercial electrical estimating

CAD interpretation

Education

Electrical apprenticeship graduation preferred

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Job description

An electrical estimator reviews drawings and specifications and accurately determines labor costs for electrical construction jobs. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for drafting detailed proposal letters, effectively communicating decisions, and completing a comprehensive estimate. This position includes budgeting and cost estimating, with the ability to handle multiple bids at once and adapt to project size.

What you’ll do:

Data Acquisition and Organization: Download project documents, organize the estimate file, set up Accubid and Live Count, and identify gaps that require attention.

Support Project Manager in Work in Progress Management: Facilitate effective project management by managing documentation, assisting with the development of change orders, fostering communication with field teams and clients, and managing task finances, including forecasting work progress and monitoring important project logs.

Estimate Development and Review: Produce accurate takeoff and estimate entry, quote/subcontract review, estimate summarization, and proposal letter composition. Review scope with customers and estimate "comeback" items.

Scope Definition and Clarification: Review project documents, specifications and bid forms. Proactively prepare and submit RFIs as needed to define the scope of work.

Acquiring Quotes and Subcontracts: Organize bid packages, deliver them to the purchasing department, and respond to vendor questions when necessary.

What you’ll need:

• Electrical apprenticeship school graduation preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of electrical construction industry experience required; at least 3-4 years commercial electrical estimating.
• Ability to ascertain necessary time and materials thoroughly based on CAD drawings and job specifications.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with Accubid preferred or similar software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Strong focus on providing exceptional customer service.

Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company is the number one electrical construction company in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. From high rises to health care facilities, factories to financial centers, data centers to educational facilities, hotels to recreational and shopping centers, Continental satisfies all electrical construction needs.

Working for Continental Electrical Construction provides:

• Assistance, tools, and resources for success
• A collaborative, engaging, and respectful workplace
• Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development

A values-based working environment:

• E: Everyone United
• N: Nurture Communication
• E: Enforce Accountability
• R: Relationships Matter
• G: Growth and Development
• Y: You Make the Difference

Continental Electrical Construction offers a competitive salary that may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; profit sharing; retirement benefits; company-provided life and disability insurance; generous paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program; and company-subsidized wellness programs.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• profit sharing
• retirement benefits
• company-provided life and disability insurance
• generous paid time off
• paid holidays
• parental leave
• volunteer time off
• tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• and company-subsidized wellness programs.

Continental Electrical Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status, arrest or conviction record, source of income, or credit history.