Electrical Estimator — Design/Build Pros

Mechanical Solutions Inc.; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental & Vision

HRA

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Additional benefits

Job summary

Vision Electric & Systems in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Estimator (Electrical) to prepare estimates and proposals across a diverse portfolio of design/build electrical projects.

You will collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to develop accurate costings, review drawings and specs, and present lump-sum bids. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 3+ years estimating experience on construction projects.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop accurate project estimates.
• Interface with procurement and operations to align costs with project goals and resources.
• Analyze historical data to improve estimating accuracy and reduce discrepancies between projected and actual costs.
• Identify cost trends and provide recommendations for process and cost improvements.
• Review completed projects to assess estimate accuracy and identify areas for refinement.
• Ensure compliance with estimating standards and methodologies.
• Evaluate project scope, drawings, and specifications for completeness and clarity.
• Review and assess subcontractor and vendor proposals, RFP compliance, and qualifications.
• Prepare and deliver bid packages, including material and labor pricing.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and present estimating strategies.
• Conduct market and labor studies to support pricing decisions.
• Develop summary schedules and evaluate indirect costs, fees, contingencies, and escalation.
• Identify and mitigate project risks through thorough review of plans, specs, and commercial terms.
• Maintain accurate documentation of estimate assumptions and clarifications.
• Support value engineering efforts and pricing analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Estimating experience

Bids & proposals

Cost analysis

Vendor negotiations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quotesoft

Accubid

Oracle

PowerBI

Job description

Vision Electric & Systems in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Estimator (Electrical) to prepare estimates and proposals across a diverse portfolio of design/build electrical projects.

You will collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to develop accurate costings, review drawings and specs, and present lump-sum bids. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.