Electrical Estimator – Commercial Projects & Growth

Enterprise Electrical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Bonus opportunities

PTO

Paid Holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Enterprise Electrical, a Houston-based electrical contractor, seeks an Estimator to prepare accurate takeoffs and cost estimates for commercial projects. You will review bid documents, coordinate with vendors, and assist in proposal development to ensure alignment with project scope and company standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in electrical estimating, strong software proficiency (Accubid, LiveCount), and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience performing detailed takeoffs and assembling estimates with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency with estimating software, including Accubid and LiveCount, or similar tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet bid deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Journeyman’s license with hands on field experience preferred.
• Familiarity with local labor rates, material pricing, and commercial market conditions.

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

Electrical estimating

Drawing interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Accubid

LiveCount

Job description

Enterprise Electrical, a Houston-based electrical contractor, seeks an Estimator to prepare accurate takeoffs and cost estimates for commercial projects. You will review bid documents, coordinate with vendors, and assist in proposal development to ensure alignment with project scope and company standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in electrical estimating, strong software proficiency (Accubid, LiveCount), and excellent communication.