Electrical Estimator – Commercial Builds, Growth & Team Impact

Enterprise Electrical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Bonus opportunities

PTO

Paid Holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Enterprise Electrical, a fast-growing Houston-based electrical contractor, is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for commercial projects. You will takeoffs, review bid documents, and help develop compelling proposals, working closely with the Senior Estimator and project teams to align with scope and company standards.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely bid submissions, and collaboration with vendors.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience performing detailed takeoffs and assembling estimates with accuracy.
• Proficiency with Accubid and LiveCount estimating software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet bid deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for commercial electrical projects of moderate complexity.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFQs, and RFPs to understand project scope and requirements.
• Assist with assembling complete bid proposals, including scope letters and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing for materials and equipment.
• Identify scope gaps, inconsistencies, and potential risks in bid documents and communicate findings to the Senior Estimator.
• Apply logical assumptions during estimating and document them clearly within the estimate.
• Participate in internal estimate reviews and revisions as directed.
• Attend job walks when required and note differences between drawings, specifications, and field conditions.
• Support project turnover meetings by providing estimate details and clarifications.
• Track bid activity, update estimate logs, and assist with post bid follow ups.
• Maintain confidentiality of pricing, estimating data, and company information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and company needs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Bid deadline discipline

Tools

Accubid

LiveCount

Accubid Classic

Job description

Enterprise Electrical, a fast-growing Houston-based electrical contractor, is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for commercial projects. You will takeoffs, review bid documents, and help develop compelling proposals, working closely with the Senior Estimator and project teams to align with scope and company standards.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely bid submissions, and collaboration with vendors.