Electrical Estimator Apprentice — Flexible Start, Growth

AppleOne Employment Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an Electrical Estimator Apprentice in Irvine, CA to join a growing electrical contractor.

You will support the full estimating and bid lifecycle—from blueprint analysis to supplier coordination—using Bluebeam and Excel in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating or costing is preferred.
• Background in electrical or construction is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints for accuracy, completeness, and scope understanding.
• Assist with bid preparation and pricing compilation.
• Perform takeoffs, layouts, and markups to determine bid quantities.
• Calculate fixture, device, equipment counts, and power requirements.
• Utilize takeoff software (Bluebeam) for measurements and quantity extraction.
• Track and manage bid invitations while prioritizing the bid pipeline.
• Distribute drawings to suppliers for pricing and organize incoming quotes.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and estimating records.
• Support multiple active projects while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project coordination

Strong communication

Deadline-driven

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an Electrical Estimator Apprentice in Irvine, CA to join a growing electrical contractor.

You will support the full estimating and bid lifecycle—from blueprint analysis to supplier coordination—using Bluebeam and Excel in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.