Electrical Estimator - Commercial / Industrial

Jack Hornsby Electric, Inc.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

6 Paid Holidays

Monthly Health Stipend

Dental, Vision & Voluntary Life

Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term Disability

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Workwear Allowance

Leaders Credit Union membership

Annual Holiday Parties

Job summary

Jack Hornsby Electric, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Estimator to help identify opportunities, price projects accurately, and translate drawings into strong proposals for commercial and industrial work in West Tennessee.

This on-site role requires hands-on estimating, takeoffs, and collaboration with general contractors, customers, vendors and internal teams to win bids and set projects up for success.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of commercial or industrial electrical estimating experience.
• Strong ability to interpret drawings, specs and bid documents.
• Proven takeoff and pricing experience with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with customers, vendors and contractors.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with project teams.
• Familiarity with electrical estimating software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimate commercial/industrial projects from plans and bid packages.
• Complete detailed material and labor takeoffs.
• Analyze project scope, drawings, specs and contract requirements.
• Develop accurate, competitive pricing and professional proposals.
• Communicate with customers and GCs to clarify scope and needs.
• Request and compare vendor pricing while maintaining supplier relationships.
• Track bids, follow up on opportunities, and move qualified projects toward award.
• Assist with project handoff and coordinate with Project Managers post‑sale.
• Monitor changes in labor costs, material pricing, and local market conditions.
• Identify practical solutions that protect project margins.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Plan & spec interpretation

Takeoffs & quantities

Vendor negotiation

Communication with stakeholders

Project bid coordination

Tools

Estimating software

Blueprint interpretation

MS Excel

Job description

Electrical Project Estimator - Commercial / Industrial

Commercial & Industrial | West Tennessee | $38.25–$43.25 hourly

Monday–Friday | Day Shift | No Overnight Travel

Jack Hornsby Electric is adding an experienced Electrical Project Estimator to help identify opportunities, price projects accurately, and turn customer needs into successful bids.

This is a hands‑on estimating role for someone who understands commercial and industrial electrical work in the field and knows how to translate drawings, specifications, labor requirements, and material costs into a strong proposal.

You'll work closely with general contractors, customers, vendors, and internal project teams, giving you a direct role in both winning new work and setting projects up for success afterward.

What You'll Own

• Estimate commercial and industrial electrical projects from plans, specifications, and bid packages
• Complete detailed material and labor takeoffs
• Analyze project scope, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
• Develop accurate, competitive pricing and professional proposals
• Communicate with customers and GCs to clarify scope and identify project needs
• Request and compare vendor pricing while maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Track bids, follow up on opportunities, and help move qualified projects toward award
• Assist with project handoff and coordinate with Project Managers after the sale
• Monitor changes in labor costs, material pricing, and local market conditions
• Help identify practical solutions that meet customer requirements while protecting project margins

What You Bring

• 5-7 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience
• Experience in electrical estimating is required
• Strong ability to interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and bid documents
• Proven experience performing detailed electrical takeoffs
• Comfortable communicating with customers, vendors, and contractors
• Strong pricing, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with electrical estimating software preferred
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a broader project team

Why Join Jack Hornsby Electric?

• $38.25–$43.25/hr, based on experience
• Commercial and industrial projects throughout West Tennessee
• Monday–Friday daytime schedule
• No overnight travel
• Paid Time Off + 6 Paid Holidays
• Personal Time Off
• Monthly Health Stipend
• Dental, Vision & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Workwear Allowance
• Leaders Credit Union membership benefits
• Annual Holiday Parties
• Career growth as the company continues expanding

Make Your Experience Count

If you're an electrical professional who has moved beyond simply doing the work and now knows how to scope it, price it, sell it, and help set the project up for success, this is an opportunity to have a meaningful impact.

Bring your estimating expertise to a company where your work directly contributes to the projects and growth of the business.