Electrical Estimator: Local Projects & Competitive Bids

gpac LLC.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Strong backlog of local projects

Established local electrical contract

Long-term growth opportunity

No constant travel

Job summary

GPAC is assisting a well-established local contractor in Albany, NY in hiring an experienced Electrical Estimator to focus on local commercial and industrial projects. This role emphasizes accurate bids, close collaboration with project teams, and a stable local market.

The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, a solid grasp of electrical materials and labor, and proficiency with industry software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical estimating experience.
• Commercial and/or industrial electrical construction background.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications.
• Strong understanding of electrical materials, labor, and installation methods.
• Experience with Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, or similar software preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the local electrical construction market is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimate local commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents.
• Complete material and labor takeoffs.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop accurate and competitive project estimates.
• Prepare bids and proposals.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and opportunities.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and company leadership.
• Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines.
• Assist with transitioning awarded projects to the Project Management team.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Reading plans

Vendor pricing

Project coordination

Estimating software coordination

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

McCormick

Job description

GPAC is assisting a well-established local contractor in Albany, NY in hiring an experienced Electrical Estimator to focus on local commercial and industrial projects. This role emphasizes accurate bids, close collaboration with project teams, and a stable local market.

The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, a solid grasp of electrical materials and labor, and proficiency with industry software.