Electrical Estimator

BBSI; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base salary +

100% employer-paid healthcare

Retirement Plan

Bonus Opportunity

Holiday pay

Sick pay

Vacation

Stability and Growth opportunities

Job summary

BBSI is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to develop accurate and competitive cost proposals for commercial and industrial electrical projects in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. You will collaborate with project managers, field teams, vendors, and leadership to support successful project execution and company growth.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of electrical estimating experience, strong NEC knowledge, and proficiency with leading estimating tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Electrical Estimating experience in commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Strong understanding of NEC, electrical systems, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Procore.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, RFIs, and project documents to determine scope of work.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Support project handoff and scope review with operations teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

McCormick

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Procore

Job description

Job Type: Full-time/ Direct Hire

Compensation: $130,000 - $170,000 Based on Experience + Benefits and growth opportunities!

BBSI has partnered with a well-respected electrical contractor and UL-Certified Panel Shop serving commercial and industrial clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Founded in 1960, we specialize in industrial controls, automation systems, data communication infrastructure, and design-build electrical solutions.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial and industrial electrical projects. This role will collaborate closely with project managers, field teams, vendors, and leadership to support successful project execution and company growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, RFIs, and project documents to determine scope of work.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Support project handoff and scope review with operations teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Electrical Estimating experience in commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Strong understanding of NEC, electrical systems, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Procore.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Journeyman Electrician license or electrical field experience.
• Design-build and value engineering experience.
• Experience estimating projects from $50K to $30M+.

Why Join us?

• Established, family-oriented company with over 65 years of success.
• Stable, long-term career opportunity.
• Diverse commercial and industrial projects.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Benefits package:

• Competitive Base salary +
• 100% employer-paid healthcare
• Retirement Plan
• Bonus Opportunity
• Holiday pay
• Sick pay
• Vacation
• Stability and Growth opportunities

BBSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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