Electrical Estimator

Design Hire LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC in Phoenix, Arizona, seeks an Electrical Estimator to develop competitive estimates for electrical distribution, transmission, and substation projects. This role turns project requirements and field information into actionable pricing and planning to support successful bids.

You will analyze bid packages, prepare detailed takeoffs, and coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams to ensure accurate budgets and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical construction estimating and construction cost estimating.
• Strong background in labor, material, and equipment estimating, including detailed takeoffs.
• Knowledge of project budget development, construction budgeting, and bid preparation practices.
• Ability to develop manpower resource schedules and support overall construction scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates for underground and overhead electrical distribution, transmission, and substation construction projects from initial scope through final bid review.
• Analyze bid documents, construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements to establish accurate quantities, pricing, and scope.
• Perform pre-bid site investigations and jobsite/field walks to validate existing conditions, access requirements, installation considerations, and project scope.
• Obtain, organize, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing while coordinating material quote requests and subcontractor submittals.
• Support project teams with change order preparation, resource planning, construction documentation, contract administration, and project cost tracking.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Labor/material/equipment estimating

Bid analysis

Project budgeting

Scheduling support

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

Sage Timberline Estimating

Job description

Phoenix, United States | Posted on 08/11/2026

Our client is a respected electrical construction organization supporting complex utility and infrastructure projects where accurate estimating directly contributes to successful project delivery. This role is part of a skilled team responsible for developing competitive, well-supported estimates across electrical distribution, transmission, and substation work. The Electrical Estimator will help turn project requirements and field information into clear, actionable construction pricing and planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop estimates for underground and overhead electrical distribution, transmission, and substation construction projects from initial scope through final bid review.
• Analyze bid documents, construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements to establish accurate quantities, pricing, and scope.
• Perform pre-bid site investigations and jobsite/field walks to validate existing conditions, access requirements, installation considerations, and project scope.
• Obtain, organize, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing while coordinating material quote requests and subcontractor submittals.
• Support project teams with change order preparation, resource planning, construction documentation, contract administration, and project cost tracking.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical construction estimating and construction cost estimating.
• Strong background in labor, material, and equipment estimating, including detailed takeoffs.
• Knowledge of project budget development, construction budgeting, and bid preparation practices.
• Ability to develop manpower resource schedules and support overall construction scheduling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, or comparable scheduling and estimating applications.
• Experience using Sage Timberline Estimating or similar estimating software.
• Understanding of electrical construction methods, materials, and field installation practices.
• Ability to interpret project documentation and communicate estimating information effective with project management and field teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility:

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.