Electrical Project Manager / Estimator

Socket.dev; Pleasanton, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Degryse Electric in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to support commercial electrical projects from estimating through execution. The role starts as a junior PM while blending estimating and project-management duties under senior leadership.

The successful candidate will prepare estimates, review drawings, develop takeoffs, and coordinate field needs with foremen to ensure on-time, within-budget project delivery across various commercial sectors.

Qualifications

• Commercial electrical construction experience required.
• Electrical estimating and/or project-management experience required.
• Ability to read electrical plans and specifications required.
• Understanding of commercial electrical materials and installation methods preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for commercial electrical opportunities.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and bid documents.
• Develop labor and material takeoffs.
• Support pricing and proposal preparation.
• Assist with project planning after award.
• Coordinate field requirements with Foremen and project leadership.
• Track project budgets, materials, schedules, and scope changes.
• Support change-order pricing and documentation.
• Communicate with customers, general contractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Assist with project closeout and documentation.
• Maintain organized project records and reporting.

Skills

Commercial electrical construction

Electrical estimating

Project management

Read electrical plans

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Description

Electrical Project Manager / Estimator

Pleasanton, CA / Greater Bay Area

About the Company

Degryse Electric provides commercial electrical service, new construction, tenant improvements, retail remodels, restaurants, and design/build solutions throughout Northern California. Its approach emphasizes project communication, detailed estimating, quality execution, and long-term client relationships.

Role Summary

Degryse anticipates hiring a Project Manager / Estimator to support commercial electrical projects from estimating through execution. The position is expected to function initially as a junior PM working under senior leadership while combining estimating and project-management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for commercial electrical opportunities.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and bid documents.
• Develop labor and material takeoffs.
• Support pricing and proposal preparation.
• Assist with project planning after award.
• Coordinate field requirements with Foremen and project leadership.
• Track project budgets, materials, schedules, and scope changes.
• Support change-order pricing and documentation.
• Communicate with customers, general contractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Assist with project closeout and documentation.
• Maintain organized project records and reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Commercial electrical construction experience.
• Electrical estimating and/or project-management experience.
• Ability to read electrical plans and specifications.
• Understanding of commercial electrical materials and installation methods.
• Strong organization and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Combined PM/Estimator experience.
• Experience with smaller commercial/TI projects.
• Field electrical background.
• Experience with medical, office, retail, restaurant, or similar commercial work.
• Experience working for a smaller commercial electrical contractor.

Success Metrics

• Estimates are complete, timely, and commercially sound.
• Projects transition smoothly from estimating into field execution.
• Scope changes are identified and documented promptly.
• Field leadership receives accurate project information.
• Customers and contractors receive responsive communication.

Why Join

• Develop directly under senior company leadership.
• Broad exposure across estimating and project management.
• Work across multiple commercial markets and project types.
• Opportunity to grow with an established Bay Area electrical contractor.