Electrical Estimator - Commercial & Industrial Bids

Area Energy and Electric, Inc.; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education/licensing support

Growth path to PM

Job summary

Area Energy & Electric, Inc. in Sidney, Ohio is seeking an Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial and industrial electrical projects, manage the bid process from setup to vendor pricing, and support project managers from award through closeout.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, takeoffs, coordinating with vendors, attending pre-bid meetings, and ensuring profitable work across western Ohio while maintaining safety and NEC compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years electrical estimating experience in commercial/industrial field or 5+ years field experience with estimating interest.
• Ability to read/interpret electrical, architectural, civil and structural drawings/specs.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical construction methods.
• Detail-oriented with strong math and organizational skills.
• Strong communication, multitasking and deadline management.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents to define project scope and prepare estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for power, lighting, circuits, gear and site work.
• Coordinate with vendors/subcontractors and manage pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and develop clear proposals with exclusions/alternates.
• Assist with post-award handoff and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain bid results and relationships with contractors and vendors.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Reading drawings

Strong math

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management or related field

Ohio electrical contractor license

Fire alarm license

LEED certification

Tools

Accubid estimating software

Bluebeam

Excel

BuildingConnected

PlanHub

Job description

Area Energy & Electric, Inc. in Sidney, Ohio is seeking an Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial and industrial electrical projects, manage the bid process from setup to vendor pricing, and support project managers from award through closeout.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, takeoffs, coordinating with vendors, attending pre-bid meetings, and ensuring profitable work across western Ohio while maintaining safety and NEC compliance.