Estimating Intern

Hatzel & Buehler, Inc; Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatzel & Buehler, Inc. offers a Summer 2027 Estimating Intern program in Charleston, WV, designed to expose students to estimating for electrical construction. You will assist with material and labor cost estimates, bid submissions, and supplier quotes under experienced estimators.

You will gain hands‑on experience in quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and tender preparation, with opportunities to learn Accubid and Bluebeam and collaborate across project teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of construction principles and electrical systems.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing detailed estimates of material and labor costs for electrical systems in commercial construction projects.
• Support the development and submission of electrical estimates and tender documentation.
• Help review and organize quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Participate in basic analysis of pricing to support achieving competitive project bids.
• Assist in reviewing project drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using project plans under supervision.
• Learn and utilize estimating software such as Accubid and Bluebeam.
• Collaborate with estimators, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams throughout the bidding process.
• Support the preparation of customer quotations while aligning with company objectives.
• Assist in identifying potential project risks and cost variables.
• Help maintain organized bid documentation and records.
• Participate in post‑bid reviews and comparisons of supplier and subcontractor pricing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Construction Management or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

Job description

Program Background

Hatzel & Buehler, Inc. College Internship Program is designed to introduce students to the wide range of career opportunities within the electrical construction industry. Since its inception, the program has consistently supported students in developing professional skills, building workplace relationships, and gaining meaningful, hands‑on experience.

Program participants have gone on to achieve significant post‑internship success, including acceptance into local IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) apprenticeship programs and securing full‑time employment within the industry.

Program Overview

The Estimating Intern supports the estimating team in preparing accurate cost estimates and bid submissions for commercial construction projects. This role provides hands‑on exposure to construction estimating processes, including quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and bid preparation, while working under the guidance of experienced estimators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing detailed estimates of material and labor costs for electrical systems in commercial construction projects.
• Support the development and submission of electrical estimates and tender documentation.
• Help review and organize quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Participate in basic analysis of pricing to support achieving competitive project bids.
• Assist in reviewing project drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using project plans under supervision.
• Learn and utilize estimating software such as Accubid and Bluebeam.
• Collaborate with estimators, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams throughout the bidding process.
• Support the preparation of customer quotations while aligning with company objectives.
• Assist in identifying potential project risks and cost variables.
• Help maintain organized bid documentation and records.
• Participate in post‑bid reviews and comparisons of supplier and subcontractor pricing.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering
• Basic understanding of construction principles and electrical systems (coursework or prior experience preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Start Date: Summer 2027

Salary: $15.00 to $25.00/hour

Location:

141 Iron Horse Drive

Charleston, West Virginia

25313

Equal Employment Opportunity

HATZEL & BUEHLER provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HATZEL & BUEHLER complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. HATZEL & BUEHLER expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of HATZEL & BUEHLER’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law.