Electrical Estimator in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlights Electrical in Houston is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial, industrial, municipal, and public-sector projects.

The role requires actual electrical industry knowledge, detailed takeoffs, and the ability to manage multiple bids from review through turnover, working with project teams and vendors to ensure clear scope, pricing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Electrical industry experience is required.
• Experience estimating commercial, industrial, municipal, or similar electrical projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with computers and standard business software.
• Electrical estimating software experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical plans, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements.
• Perform detailed material and labor takeoffs.
• Develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare complete and competitive electrical bid proposals.
• Review and incorporate addenda, revisions, alternates, and clarifications.
• Identify scope requirements, exclusions, potential risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate with project managers, vendors, suppliers, and management throughout the estimating process.
• Maintain organized bid documentation and estimating records.
• Assist with bid submissions and required supporting documentation.
• Participate in project turnover after award to ensure scope, pricing, assumptions, and project requirements are clearly communicated to the project team.
• Track bid results and assist with maintaining current material and labor pricing.

Skills

Electrical industry experience

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multiple bids management

Vendor communication

Computers proficiency

Electrical estimating software

Tools

Electrical estimating software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Electrical Estimator

Highlights Electrical is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our Houston team. This position is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive estimates for commercial, industrial, municipal, and public-sector electrical projects.

We are looking for someone with actual electrical industry knowledge and experience who understands the work behind the numbers—not simply general estimating experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Review electrical plans, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements
• Perform detailed material and labor takeoffs
• Develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from vendors and subcontractors
• Prepare complete and competitive electrical bid proposals
• Review and incorporate addenda, revisions, alternates, and clarifications
• Identify scope requirements, exclusions, potential risks, and opportunities
• Coordinate with project managers, vendors, suppliers, and management throughout the estimating process
• Maintain organized bid documentation and estimating records
• Assist with bid submissions and required supporting documentation
• Participate in project turnover after award to ensure scope, pricing, assumptions, and project requirements are clearly communicated to the project team
• Track bid results and assist with maintaining current material and labor pricing

Qualifications

• Electrical industry experience is required
• Experience estimating commercial, industrial, municipal, or similar electrical projects is strongly
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Strong understanding of electrical materials, systems, installation methods, and labor requirements
• Experience performing material and labor takeoffs
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, subcontractors, project managers, customers, and management
• Proficiency with computers and standard business software
• Electrical estimating software experience is

Background

We welcome candidates whose electrical knowledge comes from estimating, project management, field experience, or a combination of these areas.

Experience with any of the following is especially valuable:

• Commercial and industrial electrical work
• Municipal, government, or other public-sector projects
• Lighting and lighting control systems
• Electrical service and distribution
• Generator projects
• Plan/spec and competitive bid work

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time position
• Houston, Texas
• Compensation based on experience and qualifications

Highlights Electrical has served the Houston area since 1986. We are looking for an estimator who understands the electrical industry, takes ownership of their bids, and can help us continue pursuing and delivering quality projects throughout the Houston area.

Company Description

Highlights Electrical has served the Houston area since 1986. We are looking for an estimator who understands the electrical industry, takes ownership of their bids, and can help us continue pursuing and delivering quality projects throughout the Houston area.

Company DescriptionHighlights Electrical has served the Houston area since 1986. We are looking for an estimator who understands the electrical industry, takes ownership of their bids, and can help us continue pursuing and delivering quality projects throughout the Houston area.