Electrical Estimator

Starts Align; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their dynamic team. This role involves compiling bids for significant electrical construction projects, focusing on both overhead and underground utilities. You'll collaborate closely with ownership and project management teams, ensuring accurate cost estimates that align with company goals. With a strong emphasis on leadership and communication, this position offers the opportunity to make a substantial impact in the renewable energy and utilities sector. If you have a passion for electrical construction and a proven track record in estimating, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in electrical or utility construction.
• Strong proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for electrical construction projects.
• Collaborate with ownership to identify potential projects.

Skills

Estimating experience

Electrical construction knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accubid

B2W

Job description

An energy contractor is adding a Senior Electrical Estimator to the team in Melville, NY, or South Plainfield, NJ. This company handles horizontal construction of underground and overhead utilities including turnkey construction maintenance for all phases of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, and substations. This person will join a team of 3, responsible for compiling about 50 bids per month for electrical construction jobs ranging from $10MM up to $100MM in size. This team focuses on overhead and underground transmission & distribution, renewable energy (off shore wind), and substation projects. This position reports into the Chief Estimator.

Key Functions:

• Collaborate with ownership to identify potential projects for the bid log.
• Develop cost estimates aligned with company goals and industry standards.
• Analyze bid documents to define the scope of work and meet Owners' requirements.
• Participate in pre-qualification events and site visits.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of department estimates before submission.
• Support project management teams throughout the project lifecycle, including pre-construction and change orders.

Must Have:

• 5+ years of estimating experience in the electrical or utility construction industry.
• Experience estimating horizontal energy construction projects such as underground utilities, overhead utilities, transmission & distribution energy and substation projects.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software systems (Accubid, B2W, etc.).
• Able to lead a team of 3 Estimators, while working independently to complete estimates or proposals efficiently while meeting firm deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to be in the Melville, NY office.
• Minimal travel required (1-2x per year to job sites, if necessary).

Plus:

• Bachelor’s Degree Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.

Seniority Level:

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:

Business Development

Industries:

Services for Renewable Energy, Utilities, and Construction