Electrical Estimator: Growth & Leadership Path

Young Electric and Communications; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Electric + Communications is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our San Francisco team. You will review plans, perform takeoffs, and prepare detailed estimates for new construction and renovations.

We value honesty, organization, and a service mindset. Ideal candidates bring strong communication, collaboration, and a proactive approach to pricing and project handoffs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of electrical estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specs, and contract docs.
• Experience with electrical estimating software and tools.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specs, drawings, and contract docs to understand scope.
• Perform accurate electrical takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subs.
• Prepare detailed estimates for new construction, renovations, and ongoing work.
• Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems, equipment, methods, and terms.
• Use estimating software to develop accurate, competitive estimates.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, VE opportunities affecting pricing.
• Maintain relationships with clients, vendors, subs, and partners.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and operations.
• Participate in bid reviews and support transition from estimating to PM.
• Track bid opportunities, deadlines, and estimating docs.
• Actively pursue and support new project opportunities.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Reading drawings

Estimating software

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Accubid estimating software

Job description

Young Electric + Communications is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our San Francisco team. You will review plans, perform takeoffs, and prepare detailed estimates for new construction and renovations.

We value honesty, organization, and a service mindset. Ideal candidates bring strong communication, collaboration, and a proactive approach to pricing and project handoffs.