Electrical Estimator - ARB, Inc.

Primoris Services Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid weekly

Excellent medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Job summary

Primoris Pipeline is seeking an Electrical Estimator to lead electrical cost estimates for complex industrial projects, covering power distribution, instrumentation, controls, grounding, and hazardous areas. You will generate detailed labor, material, and subcontractor cost data for EPC lump-sum, unit-rate, and T&M bids, working with engineering and procurement teams to define scope and risk.

The ideal candidate has strong electrical knowledge, experience with estimating software, and an

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical estimating for EPC, industrial, oil & gas facilities.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, layouts, and specs.
• Proficiency with estimating software tools (Accubid, McCormick, EBM).
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, API, ISA, IEEE codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, diagrams, layouts, specs and client standards.
• Prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates for EPC bids.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and construction teams to confirm scope and risks.
• Develop installation labor strategies for industrial electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Industrial electrical systems

Excel

Bid management

Communication

Code knowledge NEC/NFPA

Reading electrical drawings

Tools

Accubid

McCormick

Electrical Bid Manager

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Overview

ARB, Inc., a top-ranked EPC leader, is now seeking an Electrical Estimator to take the lead on electrical estimates for complex industrial projects, and develop accurate, detailed, and competitive cost estimates. This role plays a critical part in front-end project development, bidding, and execution planning for complex electrical scopes including power generation, instrumentation, controls, grounding, and classified‑area installations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, solid electrical knowledge, proficiency in industry‑related software, and the ability to produce clear, organized reports for the lead estimator and project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret electrical drawings, single‑line diagrams, layouts, specifications, and client standards.
• Prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and indirect cost estimates for EPC lump‑sum, unit‑rate, and T&M.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, procurement, and construction teams to confirm scope, assumptions, execution plans, and risk factors.
• Develop installation labor strategies for industrial electrical systems including power distribution, MCCs, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor quotations; participate in negotiations for supplier and subcontractor bids.
• Apply electrical codes and standards relevant to industrial facilities (NEC, NFPA, API, ISA, IEEE, etc.).
• Analyze cost impacts related to project changes, client clarifications, and scope growth.
• Participate in bid strategy meetings and support pricing decisions with detailed backup documentation.
• Prepare formal bid packages, exhibits, and cost summaries for client and internal review.
• Conduct site visits and brownfield walkdowns to validate constructability assumptions.
• Maintain historical cost data, productivity benchmarks, and estimating templates for future bids.
• Support procurement activities by refining material takeoffs and long‑lead item forecasts.
• Participate in post‑project reviews and lessons‑learned to improve estimating accuracy and methodology.
• Transition from estimating to the field team after successful bids to ensure smooth project execution and continuity.

Skills and Qualifications

• Prior experience in electrical estimating for EPC, industrial, oil & gas, refinery, power generation, or heavy process facilities.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial electrical systems, hazardous‑area installations, and construction methods.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Accubid, McCormick, Electrical Bid Manager, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of EPC contracting models, including risk allocation, contingency planning, and pricing strategies.
• Experience evaluating labor productivity, composite crews, and union labor environments.
• Familiarity with vendor procurement, subcontractor bid leveling, and commercial evaluations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and multi‑discipline EPC design packages.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with owners, engineers, vendors, construction teams, and senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Experience with project management and scheduling tools is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range of $120–$170K commensurate with education, experience and skillset.

Company Overview

Primoris Pipeline is committed to being the value and customer solutions leader in midstream, transmission, and upstream construction by delivering safe, high quality, environmentally‑compliant, timely and cost‑effective projects for our clients, regardless of size or challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best‑in‑class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award‑winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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