Electrical Estimator — Major Capital Projects (Remote)

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a remote role centered in Huntsville, AL, with site walks as needed. You will prepare detailed electrical cost estimates for large capital projects, perform quantity takeoffs, and apply cost standards to ensure competitive bids.

You will source current pricing data, reconcile bids with budgets, and collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to validate scope and costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 510 years of relevant experience in electrical estimating, electrical construction, or closely related construction estimating roles.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or an equivalent discipline or combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience preparing detailed electrical cost estimates, including quantity takeoffs and trade reconciliations.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel as used in estimating, including building and maintaining complex estimating spreadsheets.
• Proficiency with IT tools including Microsoft Windows operating systems, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and web-based platforms.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical estimation in construction, including preconstruction and bidding processes.
• Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs from design drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical documentation and cost data.
• Sound decision-making abilities when evaluating bids, market conditions, and cost assumptions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present and explain estimate results clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Familiarity with union and trade construction cost standards as they apply to electrical work.
• Experience conducting or contributing to bid evaluations to compare and validate contractor proposals.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and other project documents to prepare detailed and accurate electrical cost estimates.
• Perform precise quantity takeoffs from available design documents for all relevant electrical systems and components.
• Apply union and trade construction cost standards to ensure estimates align with industry practices and project requirements.
• Develop final should cost estimates to validate trade contractor cost submissions and support fair, competitive pricing.
• Reconcile trade bid submissions with the project scope, market conditions, and established budgets, identifying and explaining variances.
• Source accurate and current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and cost databases to keep estimates aligned with market trends.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and project teams to understand project scope and build strong working relationships with A/E firms.
• Support senior staff by identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements in estimating processes and project delivery.
• Maintain well-organized project documentation and file structures in accordance with internal standards and procedures.
• Support and help maintain the cost data library, ensuring that historical and current cost information remains accurate and accessible.
• Prepare cost reconciliations between multiple estimates at different project stages and clearly explain cost variances to stakeholders.
• Conduct site walks at the project location as needed to verify conditions, clarify scope, and refine estimates.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment, respond effectively to changes in scope or schedule, and manage multiple estimating tasks concurrently.
• Use estimating software and tools, including Acubid, RS Means, and other relevant platforms, to prepare and document estimates.
• Participate in bid evaluations, reviewing and comparing contractor proposals to ensure alignment with scope, budget, and quality expectations.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Bid evaluation

Communication skills

Quantity takeoffs

Cost analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Acubid

RS Means

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a remote role centered in Huntsville, AL, with site walks as needed. You will prepare detailed electrical cost estimates for large capital projects, perform quantity takeoffs, and apply cost standards to ensure competitive bids.

You will source current pricing data, reconcile bids with budgets, and collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to validate scope and costs.