Electrical Estimator

Hunt Electric; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hunt Electric, LLC is seeking a full-time Electrical Estimator to join our electrical division to assist with estimations and bidding. This role works with estimating leadership to develop accurate and competitive construction estimates and participate in a structured training program to build skills for independently estimating commercial projects.

The estimator will review drawings, prepare takeoffs, request supplier quotes, and support bid forms and post-bid handoffs to project management,

Qualifications

• Read and interpret construction drawings including floor plans, one-line diagrams, panel schedules & fixture schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Clear written and verbal communication is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Estimate small and mid-size projects from start to finish with review by estimating lead.
• Review drawings and specifications to define electrical scope of work.
• Identify conflicts, gaps and unclear items and draft RFIs for review by the estimating lead.
• Enter takeoffs into Accubid and apply labor units and pricing; track bids and outcomes in Unanet CRM.
• Request and compare quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Help build bid forms, scope letters, qualifications and exclusions.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks.
• Communicate with general contractors and owners on scope and bid questions.
• Support the handoff of awarded jobs to project management.
• Complete assigned training, courses and certifications on schedule.
• Demonstrate dependability with regular attendance and adherence to work hours.
• Demonstrate a learn-fast, goal-oriented mindset with a positive attitude.
• Contribute positively to the team environment.

Skills

Read drawings & interpretations

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Trimble Accubid

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Hunt Electric, LLC is seeking a full-time Electrical Estimator to join our team in our electrical division to assist with our electrical estimations and bidding.

The Electrical Estimator will work closely with estimating leadership to develop accurate and competitive electrical construction estimates while progressing through a structured training program designed to build the skills necessary to independently estimate commercial electrical projects.

Major Duties

• Estimate small and mid-size projects from start to finish, with review by the estimating lead.
• Review drawings and specifications to define the electrical scope of work.
• Identify conflicts, gaps and unclear items, and draft RFIs for the estimating lead to review.
• Enter takeoffs into Accubid and apply labor units and material pricing and track bids and outcomes in Unanet CRM.
• Request and compare quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Help build bid forms, scope letters, qualifications and exclusions.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks.
• Communicate with general contractors and owners on scope and bid questions.
• Support the handoff of awarded jobs to project management.
• Complete assigned training, courses and certifications on schedule.
• Demonstrates dependability with regular attendance and compliance to scheduled work hours.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for learning, goal-oriented mindset for continual growth, with a "Can-Do" positive attitude.
• Actively contributes to a positive team environment.
• Other duties or locations as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• A licensed electrician or an electrical background required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, including floor plans, one-line diagrams, panel schedules and fixture schedules.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu, Trimble Accubid, or other estimating/takeoff software preferred.
• Experience with a range of project types.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Experience working in Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Valid Driver's License.

As a full-time Electrical Estimator, you would also be eligible for an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan, and paid personal time (PTO).