Electrical Estimator - Commercial Projects (Onsite)

VSV WINS INC; Hampstead (MD); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

VSV WINS INC is seeking an Electrical Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for commercial electrical construction projects. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, analyze costs, and prepare competitive bids to meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electrical estimating, strong NEC knowledge, and experience with estimating software and Excel. Onsite Hampstead, MD, with strong collaboration across project managers, vendors, and field teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of electrical estimating experience.
• Strong background in commercial electrical construction estimating.
• Experience estimating large-scale or complex commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction practices and NEC.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documents.
• Experience using electrical estimating software.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong cost analysis and bid preparation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify scope gaps, risks, exclusions, and discrepancies.
• Experience collaborating with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and field teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial electrical construction projects.
• Review electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.
• Prepare competitive and accurate bids.
• Review project scopes and identify gaps, discrepancies, exclusions, and potential risks.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and other project costs.
• Coordinate with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Evaluate bid documents and project requirements.
• Assist with developing pricing strategies and final bid submissions.
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and records.
• Ensure estimates comply with applicable electrical codes and construction requirements.
• Support multiple projects and estimates while meeting deadlines.
• Mentor or provide guidance to junior estimators when needed.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Commercial construction

NEC knowledge

Reading drawings

Cost analysis

Excel

Tools

Electrical estimating software

MS Excel

Job description

VSV WINS INC is seeking an Electrical Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for commercial electrical construction projects. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, analyze costs, and prepare competitive bids to meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electrical estimating, strong NEC knowledge, and experience with estimating software and Excel. Onsite Hampstead, MD, with strong collaboration across project managers, vendors, and field teams.