Electrical PM / Estimator

gpac; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement

Job summary

gpac is seeking an Electrical Project Manager / Estimator for a well-established electrical contractor focused on commercial and industrial projects. This role combines project management with preconstruction activities and requires strong knowledge of electrical construction and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

The position involves estimating, takeoffs, coordinating with customers and subs, scheduling, budgeting, and monitoring progress and profitability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in commercial/industrial electrical construction.
• Experience with electrical estimating and project management.
• Ability to read electrical plans and specs.
• Experience with takeoffs, bids, and change orders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for commercial/industrial projects.
• Review plans and bid documents to identify requirements and issues.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Develop material and labor takeoffs and bid proposals.
• Manage projects from award to completion.
• Develop and maintain schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, subs, vendors, and internal teams.
• Monitor progress, financials, change orders, and profitability.
• Review drawings and communicate scope to field personnel.
• Assist with procurement and material coordination.
• Identify risks and develop solutions to meet schedule and budget.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain client relationships.
• Support business development and identify future opportunities.

Skills

3+ years experience

Electrical construction knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Journeyman/Master Electrician license (or equivalent)

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

McCormick

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Project Manager / Estimator - Low Voltage - RCDD certification desired

Position Overview

Our client is a well-established electrical contractor specializing in commercial and industrial electrical construction. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Estimator to join their team and play a key role in both project management and preconstruction activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys being involved from the estimating and bidding process through project completion. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of electrical construction, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.
• Review plans, specifications, bid documents, and scope of work to identify project requirements and potential issues.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Develop detailed material and labor takeoffs and prepare bid proposals.
• Manage electrical projects from contract award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
• Coordinate with customers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Monitor project progress, financial performance, change orders, and overall profitability.
• Review project drawings and specifications and communicate scope requirements to field personnel.
• Assist with procurement, material coordination, and project documentation.
• Identify potential project risks and develop solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Support business development efforts by developing relationships with customers and identifying future project opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in commercial and/or industrial electrical construction.
• Previous experience with electrical estimating and project management.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction methods, materials, labor requirements, and project sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Experience preparing estimates, takeoffs, bids, and change orders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction-related software.
• Experience with estimating platforms such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, or similar is a plus.
• Electrical field experience, Journeyman/Master Electrician license, or formal electrical construction training is a plus.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Stable workload with an established electrical contractor
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and industrial projects

Confidential Search:

Our client is a respected electrical contractor with a strong reputation in the market. Company information will be provided to qualified candidates during the interview process.

All inquiries are confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.