Electrical Estimator

Kansas Electric, Inc; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kansas Electric, Inc. seeks an Electrical Estimator to join our estimating team, focusing on medium-to-large electrical construction projects. You will develop competitive, accurate cost estimates and collaborate with project management, engineering, and executives during preconstruction.

You will lead bid reviews, perform site visits, and help refine cost databases while maintaining strong vendor relationships and contributing to value engineering as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and electrical schematics.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for coordination with vendors and teams.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.
• Experience in industrial/commercial construction (field and/or office).

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for industrial and commercial electrical projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subs.

Skills

Plan reading

Analytical thinking

Communications

Bid management

Construction industry experience

Education

Electrical/Construction degree

Tools

McCormick Estimating

Bluebeam

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Estimator to be part of our estimating team focused on estimating efforts for medium-to-large scale industrial and commercial electrical construction projects. This individual will play a critical role in developing competitive, accurate, and strategic cost estimates. The Electrical Estimator will collaborate closely with project management, engineering, and executive teams throughout the preconstruction phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for industrial and commercial electrical construction projects.
• Perform complex quantity take-offs and apply appropriate unit pricing for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop bid strategies and review proposals for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness.
• Conduct site visits and attend pre-bid meetings to assess project scope, site conditions, and risks.
• Lead bid reviews and presentations to executive leadership.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure estimate alignment with execution plans.
• Evaluate historical data and market trends to develop and refine cost databases.
• Collaborate with other estimators and assist in training programs.
• Maintain strong vendor and subcontractor relationships to support competitive pricing.
• Assist in value engineering, design-assist, and design-build efforts as needed.
• Continually transform estimating department processes, procedures and best practices.

Qualifications

• Familiarity in reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and electrical schematics.
• Analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external coordination, leading complex conversations with vendors, sub-contracts, team members and community members.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience in the industrial or commercial construction industry (field and/or office roles)

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Proficiency with estimating software (McCormick preferred); and other construction software tools like Bluebeam, etc.
• Strong understanding of NEC (National Electrical Code), construction sequencing, and industry best practices.
• Electrical estimating experience with a focus on commercial and industrial construction.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related advanced field experience
• Experience with design-build or design-assist projects.
• Familiarity with industrial automation and controls
• Strong business acumen and ability to evaluate risk and profitability.
• Knowledge of local labor markets, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Robust employee benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Join our team and contribute to the success of complex, high-impact electrical construction projects. Your contributions will help shape our competitive advantage in the industrial and commercial sectors.