Electrical Project Manager/Estimator

gpac; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Backlog of local projects

Long-term career opportunity

No constant travel

Job summary

GPAC is recruiting an experienced Electrical PM/Estimator for a well-established local electrical contractor serving the Redwood City area. The role combines estimating and project management on commercial and industrial projects, with involvement from winning work through completion.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of electrical construction experience, is proficient in relevant estimating software, and can coordinate across clients, subs, and vendors while overseeing budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating and project management experience.
• Strong commercial and/or industrial electrical background.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Estimate local commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and bid documents.
• Complete material and labor takeoffs.
• Develop project estimates and competitive bids.
• Manage awarded projects from contract through completion.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and profitability.
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with General Contractors, customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Work closely with Superintendents and Foremen in the field.
• Assist with project turnover and ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Electrical project management

Reading drawings & specs

Bid development

Electrical materials & labor knowledge

Estimating software (Accubid/ConEst/Mc

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

McCormick

Job description

Contact

Ben Broers

A well-established local electrical contractor is looking to add an experienced Electrical PM/Estimator to their team. The company has a strong backlog of local commercial and industrial projects and is looking for someone who can handle both estimating and project management responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of electrical construction who enjoys being involved throughout the entire process, from winning the work through project completion.

Responsibilities

• Estimate local commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and bid documents
• Complete material and labor takeoffs
• Develop project estimates and competitive bids
• Manage awarded projects from contract through completion
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and profitability
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
• Coordinate with General Contractors, customers, vendors, and subcontractors
• Work closely with Superintendents and Foremen in the field
• Assist with project turnover and ensure successful project execution

Requirements

• 5+ years of electrical construction experience
• Experience in both electrical estimating and project management
• Strong commercial and/or industrial electrical background
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of electrical materials, labor, and construction methods
• Experience with estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, or similar
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and estimates

What's Offered

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Strong backlog of local projects
• Established local electrical contractor
• Long-term career opportunity
• No constant travel

If you're an experienced Electrical PM/Estimator who wants to stay involved from the initial estimate through project completion while working on local projects, we'd like to hear from you.

Contact

Ben Broers

GPAC Senior Director | Electrical Construction Recruiter

Cell: 605-937-5246

[e-mail]

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.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.