Estimator

Insight Global; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support a federal construction subcontractor delivering complex infrastructure and security projects. You will develop detailed estimates, perform takeoffs, and price subcontractor bids while supporting design-build pursuits from concept through execution.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, evaluating bids, and delivering organized estimating packages.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years as a Construction Estimator on commercial or federal projects
• Experience creating estimates for Design Build projects
• Strong electrical estimating background with hands-on takeoffs and pricing
• Experience with enterprise estimating software (InEight or HeavyBid)

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and specs for estimates
• Perform quantity takeoffs, pricing, and develop complete estimates
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor bids
• Develop conceptual through GMP estimates from plans and bid documents
• Assemble and organize estimate packages for handoff
• Support design-build pursuits with pricing and scope development
• Assist with change order pricing and budget support during execution
• Maintain organized estimating files and bid documentation

Skills

Reading drawings

Takeoffs & pricing

Bid evaluation

Estimate development

Subcontractor pricing

Change order pricing

Risk identification

Pricing design-build

Self-perform takeoffs

Tools

InEight

HeavyBid

Job description

Our client is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support a federal construction subcontractor delivering complex infrastructure and security-focused projects. This individual will play a key role in preconstruction, producing accurate and well-documented estimates, collaborating with project teams, and supporting design-build pursuits from early concept through execution.

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proven experience with quantity takeoffs, pricing, and estimate development
• Experience soliciting, leveling, and evaluating subcontractor and vendor bids
• Develop detailed conceptual through GMP estimates based on plans, specs, and bid documents
• Perform material and labor takeoffs and assemble complete estimate packages
• Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Identify scope gaps, assumptions, exclusions, and project risks during preconstruction
• Support design-build pursuits with pricing, scope development, and clarifications
• Assist with change order pricing and budget support as projects move into execution
• Maintain organized estimating files, bid tabs, and documentation for project handoff

Must-Haves

• 4–7 years of experience as a Construction Estimator supporting commercial or federal construction projects
• Experience creating estimates for Design Build construction projects
• Strong electrical estimating background, including hands-on/self-perform takeoffs and pricing (not limited to subcontractor quote evaluation)
• Experience with enterprise estimating software, preferably InEight or HeavyBid (STRONG PLUS + can be taught if someone has strong construction estimating exp overall)
• Background supporting mid-size to large general contractors or design-build firms
• Ability to work hybrid or remote, with periodic travel to Arizona

Plusses

• Design-Build estimating experience
• Exposure to federal or public-sector construction projects (USACE, NAVFAC, DoD, DHS, etc.)
• Experience supporting border, security, or infrastructure projects
• Experience supporting RFPs, conceptual/ROM estimates, and value engineering efforts