Electrical Project Manager / Estimator

Vantage Consulting USA; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Training & development

Career progression

Stable project pipeline

Job summary

Vantage Consulting USA is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Estimator to own projects from bid through completion on a steady stream of commercial and industrial work in Arlington Heights, IL.

You will prepare estimates, review drawings, coordinate procurement, manage budgets and schedules, and work closely with customers, subcontractors, and field teams to deliver on time and within budget. Direct Hire with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Prepare competitive estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to develop accurate project costs.
• Complete quantity take-offs and obtain quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage multiple electrical construction projects from award through to final completion.
• Coordinate purchasing of materials and manage project procurement.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and financial performance.
• Produce and manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, billings, and closeout documentation.
• Support field supervisors and installation teams throughout project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to develop accurate project costs.
• Complete quantity take-offs and obtain quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage multiple electrical construction projects from award through to final completion.
• Coordinate purchasing of materials and manage project procurement.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and financial performance.
• Produce and manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, billings, and closeout documentation.
• Support field supervisors and installation teams throughout project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety.

Skills

Electrical PM/Estimator

Budget management

Read drawings

Customer relationship

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical estimating software

Job description

Electrical Project Manager / Estimator

$110,000 - $135,000

Arlington Heights, Illinois

Direct Hire

Are you an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Estimator looking to take ownership of projects from initial bid through to completion? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing electrical contractor with a strong pipeline of commercial and industrial projects. You'll play a key role in both winning work and delivering successful projects, working closely with customers, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

The Role

• Prepare competitive estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to develop accurate project costs
• Complete quantity take-offs and obtain quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
• Manage multiple electrical construction projects from award through to final completion
• Coordinate purchasing of materials and manage project procurement
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and financial performance
• Produce and manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, billings, and closeout documentation
• Support field supervisors and installation teams throughout project delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and suppliers
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety

You

• Have 5+ years' experience in Electrical Project Management, Estimating, or Electrical Construction
• Can confidently read and interpret electrical drawings and project specifications
• Have experience preparing project estimates, managing budgets, and negotiating change orders
• Possess strong communication and customer relationship skills
• Are highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience
• AutoCAD experience
• Experience with electrical estimating software
• PE or EIT certification

The Package

You’ll enjoy a competitive benefits package including:

• $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience
• Competitive healthcare package
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off and company holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Long-term career progression
• Stable pipeline of commercial and industrial projects