Electrical Project Estimator — On-Site Indianapolis

The Superior Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plan

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vacation/PTO

Health Savings Account

Maternity and Parental Leave

Job summary

The Superior Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Project Estimator who will interpret drawings, read specs, and perform takeoffs for change orders on active projects.

This role works primarily on site with project management, field supervision, and subcontractors to capture scope changes and align with goals. A strong background in electrical estimating and experience with industry-standard tools is required.

Qualifications

• You have proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in construction, contracting, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installations, and industry standards.
• Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Bonus points for an associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Systems Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand contract drawings and project specifications.
• Review RFIs, bulletins, and field directives to identify scope changes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs based on updated drawings and field conditions.
• Develop scopes of work for change orders, including labor, materials, and subs.
• Support change order pricing using labor units and field data.
• Coordinate with field teams to validate installation methods.
• Track and document change events from identification through resolution.
• Maintain an up-to-date change order log with status.
• Prepare clear cost backup for change order submissions.
• Assist in identifying schedule impacts related to scope changes.
• Support time-and-material tracking with field tickets.
• Collaborate with project management and partners to ensure alignment.

Skills

Electrical Estimating

Electrical Systems

Estimating Software

Field Coordination

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Systems Management

Tools

Accubid

Trimble

Bluebeam

Job description

The Superior Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Project Estimator who will interpret drawings, read specs, and perform takeoffs for change orders on active projects.

This role works primarily on site with project management, field supervision, and subcontractors to capture scope changes and align with goals. A strong background in electrical estimating and experience with industry-standard tools is required.