Electrical Estimator & Project Manager – Growth & Benefits

O'Neill Electric Inc.; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Professional development

Company events

Job summary

O’Neill Electric Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of commercial, industrial, and residential electrical projects from sales support through project closeout.

The role is in-office at our Stillwater corporate office with a typical 40-hour week and some flexibility for project needs. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in estimating or project management in electrical/construction, strong knowledge of NEC, excellent communication and organizational

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating OR project management experience in electrical or construction.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, and project lifecycles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across levels.
• Knowledge of NEC and local codes; field experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work flexible hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project estimates with accurate labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Solicit, compare, and negotiate bids from subcontractors and vendors.
• Create and present project budgets, proposals, and cost-tracking reports.
• Ensure estimates align with company pricing structures and industry benchmarks.
• Attend client meetings to understand scope, goals, and expectations.
• Support sales efforts by preparing proposals, organizing documentation, and maintaining activity logs.
• Provide clear, transparent estimates and communicate budget updates to clients.
• Research permitting requirements and coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Assist with procurement of materials, tools, equipment rentals, and prefabrication needs.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites.
• Track and manage project schedules; distribute updated reports weekly.
• Coordinate planning meetings and align project plans with general contractors and owners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate subcontractor scopes, pricing, and availability.
• Review subcontractor bids for accuracy and completeness of scope.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Monitor field activity with site visits, field reports, and superintendent check-ins.
• Review and approve submittals, RFIs, change orders, and purchase orders.
• Maintain detailed records of contracts, budgets, change orders, and schedules.
• Enforce compliance with codes, safety policies, and company standards.
• Coordinate final inspections, certifications, and turnover documentation.
• Deliver closeout packages and warranty books.
• Maintain warranty communication and coordinate service follow-up as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Code knowledge NEC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

O’Neill Electric Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of commercial, industrial, and residential electrical projects from sales support through project closeout.

The role is in-office at our Stillwater corporate office with a typical 40-hour week and some flexibility for project needs. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in estimating or project management in electrical/construction, strong knowledge of NEC, excellent communication and organizational