Electrical Estimator

Jenco Inc; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life Insurance $50k

Disability (short-term & long-term)

Paid time off & holidays

Career growth and training

Job summary

Jenco Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to build accurate bids for commercial and industrial projects in the Phoenix area.

You will own estimates from plan review to final proposal, collaborating with Sales, Project Management, and Operations to win profitable work. You will review drawings, perform detailed takeoffs, solicit vendor quotes, and prepare comprehensive proposals while ensuring NEC and local code alignment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial/industrial electrical estimating experience or equivalent field experience.
• Proven ability to complete an electrical estimate from takeoff through recap.
• Bachelor-level education preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, addenda, and bid alternates to define scope.
• Perform detailed material and labor takeoffs and finalize estimates.
• Solicit and compare vendor/subcontractor quotes for gear and lighting.
• Identify scope gaps and risks; issue RFIs during bidding.
• Prepare proposal letters, bid forms, qualifications, and clarifications.
• Present estimates to clients and general contractors; suggest value engineering.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks.
• Lead turnover meetings to hand off awarded projects.
• Ensure estimates comply with NEC and local codes.

Skills

Electrical estimating

NEC knowledge

Bid preparation

Vendor quotes

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering

Tools

McCormick Estimating Software

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About Us

Jenco is a commercial and industrial electrical contractor serving the Phoenix and Scottsdale area. We're part of Criticore, a growing electrical contracting platform with operations in Arizona and California. Our people take pride in quality work, safe jobsites, and long-term client relationships. We invest in our team's growth through structured training and leadership development.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator to build accurate, competitive bids for commercial and industrial projects. You'll own estimates from first plan review to final proposal, and you'll work closely with our Sales, Project Management, and Operations teams. The goal is winning profitable work and setting our field crews up to succeed. If you can take a bid package and confidently produce a complete estimate on your own, we want to talk to you.

What You'll Do

• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid alternates to understand full project scope
• Perform detailed material and labor takeoffs and complete estimates independently through final recap
• Solicit and level vendor and subcontractor quotes for gear, lighting, low-voltage, and specialty scopes
• Spot scope gaps and risks, and submit RFIs during bidding
• Prepare proposal letters, bid forms, qualifications, and clarifications
• Present estimates to clients and general contractors, and develop value engineering alternates
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks
• Lead turnover meetings to hand off awarded projects to the project team
• Keep estimates aligned with the NEC and local codes

What You Bring

• 5+ years of commercial and/or industrial electrical estimating experience, or a strong mix of estimating and field experience (Journeyman Electrician, Project Engineer, etc.)
• Proven ability to complete an electrical estimate without guidance, from takeoff through recap
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC, electrical systems, and construction methods
• Experience with McCormick preferred
• Clear written and verbal communication, including proposal writing
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Valid driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to pass a background check

What We Offer

• Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
  
• Medical / Dental / Vision insurances
• Employer paid Life Insurance ($50k) + short-term & long-term disability
• Vacation / PTO / Holidays + Flex Holiday
• Opportunities for development and career growth
• Ongoing training and professional development through Grow with Criticore
• Career growth with a growing, multi-location electrical contracting platform

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.