Electrical Estimator - Preconstruction & Bid Specialist

Dynalectric Washington, DC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynalectric Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support preconstruction through bid day. The role requires taking off electrical systems, entering data into Accubid, and creating detailed bid comparisons with suppliers and subcontractors.

You will coordinate with vendors, review project documents for accuracy, and manage multiple bids and deadlines while ensuring NEC compliance and clear communication with the Pre-Construction team.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating electrical systems using Accubid or similar estimating software.
• Strong understanding of NEC and electrical codes.
• Ability to develop bid day vendor/subcontractor bid comparison sheets.
• Ability to review project documents and identify RFI needs.

Responsibilities

• Take-offs of electrical systems and enter items into estimating program (Accubid).
• Communicate with vendors to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines with prioritization.
• Review project drawings and symbols to interpret scope (lighting, fire alarm, power, etc.).
• Develop bid comparison sheets for major equipment/subcontract packages.
• Identify discrepancies and prepare RFIs for timely responses.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid preparation

Vendor coordination

NEC knowledge

Time management

Tools

Accubid

Job description

Dynalectric Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support preconstruction through bid day. The role requires taking off electrical systems, entering data into Accubid, and creating detailed bid comparisons with suppliers and subcontractors.

You will coordinate with vendors, review project documents for accuracy, and manage multiple bids and deadlines while ensuring NEC compliance and clear communication with the Pre-Construction team.