Electrical Estimator: Precision Bids & Detailed Costing

Allegiance Staffing LLC; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Company vehicle

Company card

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Allegiance Staffing is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator for a client in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for electrical construction projects throughout the bid process.

You will review drawings and specs, perform material and labor takeoffs, obtain supplier and subcontractor pricing, and develop estimates that meet project requirements and margins while coordinating with project teams to clarify scope and pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering/construction management.
• Experience preparing electrical construction estimates.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and construction practices.
• Ability to read construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Experience with pricing, purchasing, negotiations, and preparing purchase orders for materials and equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and related business applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Commitment to workplace and jobsite safety standards, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed material, equipment, and labor takeoffs.
• Prepare estimates for electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage systems, controls, and other electrical installations.
• Obtain, review, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Develop labor-hour estimates, material costs, equipment costs, subcontractor costs, and project allowances.
• Analyze project requirements and identify scope gaps, exclusions, assumptions, and potential risks.
• Prepare competitive bids and proposals in accordance with project specifications and deadlines.
• Utilize estimating software, spreadsheets, and databases to maintain accurate pricing and cost information.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, vendors, and clients to clarify scope, specifications, and pricing.
• Track potential and active projects throughout the estimating and bidding process.
• Assist with bid management and document control as needed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading drawings

Bid preparation

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Allegiance Staffing is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator for a client in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for electrical construction projects throughout the bid process.

You will review drawings and specs, perform material and labor takeoffs, obtain supplier and subcontractor pricing, and develop estimates that meet project requirements and margins while coordinating with project teams to clarify scope and pricing.