Electrical Estimator (Healthcare Projects)

Lvi-Associates; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lvi-Associates in Maryland is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join the preconstruction team for healthcare, data center, and large-scale electrical projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, analyze drawings, and develop budgets to secure competitive bids.

The role requires collaboration with project managers, engineers, and suppliers, performing quantity takeoffs and preparing bid packages on time. Strong experience in electrical estimating and multiple software tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Equivalentelectrical estimating experience also considered.
• Experience preparing detailed electrical estimates for large projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Analyze drawings, specs, schedules and bid packages.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for power distribution, lighting, low voltage, switchgear, generators.
• Develop conceptual, budgetary and hard-bid estimates.
• Produce value engineering recommendations and cost-saving alternatives.
• Coordinate bid deliverables with vendors, subs, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Bid management

Cost analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering

Equivalent estimating experience

Tools

Accubid

Trimble

OST

Excel

Procore

Job description

Electrical Estimator (Healthcare Projects) (PR/609646) Maryland, USA

Commercial, Mission Critical & Complex Electrical Construction

A growing electrical construction contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their preconstruction team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in pricing and securing a diverse range of projects including data centers, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, industrial sites, mission critical infrastructure, and large-scale electrical installations.

The ideal candidate will have experience preparing accurate estimates for projects ranging from small tenant improvements to multi-million-dollar electrical construction programs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and bid packages.
• Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs for power distribution, lighting, low voltage, switchgear, generators, and related electrical systems.
• Develop conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid estimates.
• Produce value engineering recommendations and cost-saving alternatives.
• Identify scope gaps, potential risks, and pricing opportunities before bid submission.

Preconstruction & Bid Management

• Coordinate bid deliverables and pricing information with vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Compare pricing proposals and ensure complete scope coverage.
• Prepare bid summaries, alternates, clarifications, and pricing breakdowns.
• Participate in bid review meetings with executive leadership and operations teams.

Technical Analysis & Project Review

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract documents.
• Evaluate constructability and project execution strategies during preconstruction.
• Assist in developing labor productivity assumptions and material pricing strategies.
• Support design-build, negotiated, and hard-bid project pursuits.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain organized electronic estimating records and historical cost databases.
• Prepare estimate recap sheets, budgets, and proposal documentation.
• Ensure all estimates are submitted accurately and within project deadlines.

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Estimator, Sr. Electrical Estimator, or Preconstruction professional.
• Background estimating projects ranging from approximately $100K to $100M+.
• Experience collaborating with project managers, superintendents, engineers, and construction leadership teams.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Electrical distribution systems
• Switchgear and switchboards
• UPS and backup power systems
• Lighting and controls
• Low voltage systems
• Mission critical infrastructure
• Commercial and industrial construction methods

Ability to review and interpret:

• Electrical drawings
• Specifications
• Bid packages
• Construction contracts

Software Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is highly preferred:

• Accubid
• Trimble
• On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
• Excel
• Procore

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent electrical estimating experience will also be considered.

Why Apply?

• Work on large-scale commercial and mission critical projects.
• Join a stable and growing electrical contractor with a strong project pipeline.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile construction projects across multiple sectors.
• Collaborative leadership team and long-term career growth opportunities.