Electrical Estimator

System One; Spartanburg (SC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a direct-hire, hybrid role combining onsite and remote work. You will analyze blueprints and specs to develop accurate cost estimates, support bid packages, and price change orders while coordinating with engineering, field, and office teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial estimating, experience with electrical equipment installations, and proficiency in estimation software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience estimating industrial construction or machinery installation.
• Experience estimating mechanical and electrical engineering projects.
• Experience performing electrical commodity takeoffs including cable tray, conduit, pulls/lengths, and terminations.
• Experience estimating installation of industrial electrical equipment (switchgear, MCCs, panels, transformers, lighting, UPS).
• Proficiency in MS Office and estimation software.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and health & safety regulations.
• Strong financial skills including cost analysis and budgeting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Project Management training or certification is a plus.
• Construction cost estimating; estimating large projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and project documentation to prepare accurate cost and labor estimates.
• Support the Estimating Manager and Project Managers by contributing to bid development, cost tracking, and proposal preparation.
• Review plans, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope.
• Attend site visits to review project scopes, confirm customer requirements, and gather required information to develop estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates using estimation software and company standards.
• Assist in defining scope and methods of work for proposals.
• Support the preparation and submission of competitive bid packages.
• Accurately price change orders and track project costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain bid schedules and respond to 'Invitations to Bid'.
• Collaborate with engineering, field, and office personnel to gather necessary information.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating practices and project controls.
• Enable effective internal and external communication across departments.
• Participate in value engineering and risk assessment discussions.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Cost analysis

Budgeting

Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office

Estimation software

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Estimator
Location: Spartanburg, SC
Type: Direct Hire
Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and project documentation to prepare accurate cost and labor estimates.
• Support the Estimating Manager and Project Managers by contributing to bid development, cost tracking, and proposal preparation.
• Review plans, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope.
• Attend site visits to review project scopes, confirm customer requirements, and gather required information to develop estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates using estimation software and company standards.
• Assist in defining scope and methods of work for proposals.
• Support the preparation and submission of competitive bid packages.
• Accurately price change orders and track project costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain bid schedules and respond to 'Invitations to Bid'.
• Collaborate with engineering, field, and office personnel to gather necessary information.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating practices and project controls.
• Enable effective internal and external communication across departments.
• Participate in value engineering and risk assessment discussions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience estimating projects for industrial construction and/or industrial machinery installation.
• Experience estimating mechanical and electrical engineering projects, especially production equipment installations.
• Experience performing electrical commodity takeoffs including cable tray, conduit, cable pulls/lengths, and wire terminations.
• Experience estimating installation of industrial electrical equipment including switchgear, motor control centers, control panels, electrical distribution panels, transformers, lighting, UPS systems, etc.
• Proficiency in MS Office and estimation software.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and health & safety regulations.
• Strong financial skills including cost analysis and budgeting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Project Management training or certification is a plus.
• Construction cost estimating; estimating large projects is a plus.
• Knowledge of industrial relocation services, and materials.
• Regulatory compliance awareness.
• Cost analysis and budgeting.
• Risk assessment.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Problem-solving.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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