Estimator

IES Electrical; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with company-m

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Short-term/long-term disability

Paid holidays

Competitive pay + PTO

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, in Richmond, Virginia, seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare cost estimates for commercial electrical construction up to $10M. You will takeoff scope of work, coordinate bid efforts, and negotiate with vendors for cost efficiency.

The role requires strong Excel skills, familiarity with estimating software, and the ability to read blueprints and interpret cost data. Team collaboration and accuracy are essential for bid success.

Qualifications

• 4+ years estimating or cost control in commercial or industrial electrical construction
• Strong computer skills with Excel and estimating software
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and cost data
• Knowledge of building codes and related systems/controls
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for commercial/industrial electrical projects up to $10M.
• Serve as front-line contact on bid days for the company.
• Perform complete takeoffs of scope of work.
• Coordinate estimating efforts for bids/projects.
• Negotiate with vendors to ensure quality and lowest costs for bid items.
• Support other departments and assist with change orders as needed

Skills

Excel

Estimating software

Reading blueprints

Cost control

Vendor negotiation

Team collaboration

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

General Job Description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, is seeking an Estimator, Richmond, Virginia.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.

Job Summary

• Prepares cost estimates for all aspects of commercial or electrical construction projects up to $10M utilizing construction plans and specifications in accordance with company estimating guidelines and related industry standards.
• Serves as front-line point-of-contacton behalf ofcompany on bid days.
• Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
• Coordinates total estimating effort relevant to particular bid/project as assigned.
• Negotiates with vendors to insure quality and lowest cost possible on bid items.
• Supports other department personnel as required; may include preparing estimates in other disciplines and assisting Project Manager’s with job start-up and change-order costs.

Specific Qualifications

• 4 or more years estimating or cost control and/or engineering experience in the commercial or industrial electrical construction industry; design-build quality project experience preferred
• Strong computer skills (EXCEL) and exceptional knowledge/experience utilizing complex project management software and construction estimating software
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems and reading/comprehending blueprints
• Working knowledge of commercial or industrial building codes and related systems/controls
• Strong math, reading, organizational, and analytical/critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively as an estimating team member
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and written/verbal communication skills.
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles.

Company Overview

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it.

Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

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EEO & Affinitive Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. \"Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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