Electrical Estimator - Accubid Anywhere (Commercial)

Knight Electric, Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Knight Electric, Inc. in Justin, TX is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support our retail and commercial projects, including new construction and remodels. The role is onsite with typical hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and relocation available.

The estimator will perform takeoffs in Accubid Anywhere, review bid packages, and coordinate with vendors, engineers, owners and subcontractors to ensure accurate forecasts and competitive estimates. Leadership and mentorship for junior staff are expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of estimating commercial electrical projects in commercial construction (new builds and remodels).
• Excellent communication with customers, vendors, subcontractors, GCs, and owners.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness with estimates.
• Accubid software is required (training for Anywhere available).
• Knowledge of commercial electrical field and construction methods; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform takeoffs using Accubid Anywhere and develop detailed estimates.
• Review plans, specs, schedules and bid docs to identify needs for estimates.
• Maintain vendor/customer relationships and ensure timely bid information.
• Meet deadlines with strong time management.
• Prepare proposals and forecast potential bid awards post-bid.
• Attend pre-bid reviews to understand complete scope of work.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on cost changes.
• Review BOMs and subcontractor scope letters for accuracy; complete change orders.
• Mentor Junior Estimators and coordinate with other teams.
• Attend estimating/sales meetings to discuss bid status and problem-solve.
• Conduct project handoff meetings through closeout and identify value engineering opportunities.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Communication

Time management

MS Office

Attention to detail

Team mentorship

Tools

Accubid Anywhere

Accubid software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Knight Electric, Inc. in Justin, TX is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support our retail and commercial projects, including new construction and remodels. The role is onsite with typical hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and relocation available.

The estimator will perform takeoffs in Accubid Anywhere, review bid packages, and coordinate with vendors, engineers, owners and subcontractors to ensure accurate forecasts and competitive estimates. Leadership and mentorship for junior staff are expected.