Electrical Estimator

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is seeking an Electrical Estimator in Roanoke, VA, to prepare accurate bids and cost estimates for electrical projects in mission-critical settings. You will review customer specs, interpret drawings, and collaborate with purchasing and HR to ensure precise labor and material costs.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of estimating experience and solid knowledge of three-phase power, UPS systems, switchgear, and data-center electrical layouts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of estimating experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of construction and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and electrical documentation.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, bids, written proposals, and compliance matrices for electrical projects.
• Review customer specifications, drawings, and project documentation to determine scope and requirements.
• Identify discrepancies and develop clarifications and exceptions.
• Determine material quantities, labor requirements, and total estimated job costs.
• Obtain and incorporate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Partner with Purchasing to maintain accurate material costs.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to maintain accurate labor cost information.
• Support Business Development Managers by following up on previous quotations and proposals.
• Read and interpret one-line wiring diagrams to determine equipment and material requirements.
• Evaluate project requirements involving industrial and mission-critical electrical systems.
• Support the Bids and Proposals Manager and Lead Estimator with additional estimating responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Estimating experience

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

One-year certificate

Associate degree

Job description

Salary

$60,000–$100,000 per year, based on experience

Experience

2+ years of estimating experience

Industry Focus

Data Centers | Industrial Electrical | Utility Infrastructure

Key Systems

Three-Phase Power | UPS/Battery Systems | Switchgear | Transformers | VFDs | Busway Distribution

About The Opportunity

Our client is a 60+ year-old equipment building manufacturer and integrator specializing in mission-critical solutions for data centers, utility substations, public safety communications, and other critical infrastructure.

Operating as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), the company emphasizes safety, product quality, on-time delivery, and strong client partnerships. With projects spanning all seven continents and 82 countries, the organization combines technical expertise, innovation, and reliability to deliver customized solutions worldwide.

The company is seeking an Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate bids, cost estimates, and written proposals based on customer specifications and project requirements.

What You'll Do

• Prepare cost estimates, bids, written proposals, and compliance matrices for electrical projects
• Review customer specifications, drawings, and project documentation to determine scope and requirements
• Identify discrepancies and develop appropriate clarifications and exceptions
• Determine material quantities, labor requirements, and total estimated job costs
• Obtain and incorporate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
• Partner with Purchasing to maintain accurate material costs
• Coordinate with Human Resources to maintain accurate labor cost information
• Support Business Development Managers by following up on previous quotations and proposals
• Read and interpret one-line wiring diagrams to determine equipment and material requirements
• Evaluate project requirements involving industrial and mission-critical electrical systems
• Support the Bids and Proposals Manager and Lead Estimator with additional estimating responsibilities as needed

Technical Knowledge

The ideal candidate will have familiarity with some or all of the following:

• Three-phase electrical power systems
• Data-center redundancy strategies, including N, N+1, and 2N configurations
• UPS and battery systems
• Busway distribution systems
• High-density data-center electrical layouts
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Switchgear
• Transformers
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Industrial electrical equipment and associated safety considerations
• One-line wiring diagrams

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of estimating experience
• One-year certificate, associate degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Intermediate knowledge of construction and electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and electrical documentation
• Strong written communication and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to develop accurate estimates and proposals
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Professionalism when working with sensitive or confidential information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating industrial or electrical projects
• Familiarity with data-center electrical infrastructure
• Experience with utility or mission-critical electrical systems
• Knowledge of UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, or busway distribution
• Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors to develop project estimates

Why Join?

• Competitive Compensation: $60,000–$100,000 based on experience
• Employee Ownership: Join an organization operating under an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Established Company: More than 60 years of experience delivering mission-critical solutions
• Global Impact: Contribute to projects supporting customers across 82 countries and all seven continents
• Critical Infrastructure: Work on solutions serving data centers, utility substations, public safety communications, and other essential industries
• Technical Exposure: Develop estimates involving complex industrial and data-center electrical systems
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with estimating, purchasing, business development, and other teams throughout the proposal process