Estimator/Assistant PM

Skilled Trades Partners; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners in Enfield, CT seeks an experienced Electrical Estimator / Assistant Project Manager. The role is ~70% estimating and 30% project management for commercial electrical projects across Connecticut, with duties spanning bid development, takeoffs, and vendor pricing to coordination with field teams, procurement, and project closeout.

The candidate should have a technical background in electrical construction, strong estimating skills, and the ability to read drawings and

Qualifications

• Technical background in the electrical construction industry.
• Experience with commercial electrical estimating strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of electrical materials, labor requirements, and construction methods.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a smaller contractor environment and handling multiple projects.
• Proficiency with estimating and standard office software.
• Connecticut electrical license is preferred but not required.
• Previous project management or Assistant PM experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimating – review drawings, specs, and bid documents; perform takeoffs; prepare labor/material estimates.
• Solicit and review vendor/subcontractor pricing; prepare bids and proposals.
• Identify scope, risks, and value-engineering opportunities; assist bid follow-up.
• Project management – assist in managing smaller commercial projects from award to completion.
• Coordinate with field personnel, contractors, vendors, and customers; manage costs and schedules.
• Assist with procurement, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator / Assistant Project Manager to join a well-established electrical contractor in the Enfield, CT area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong technical background in commercial electrical construction who enjoys estimating but also wants exposure to project management.

The position will be approximately 70% Estimating and 30% Project Management, supporting commercial electrical projects throughout Connecticut.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating –

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Perform detailed takeoffs and prepare accurate labor and material estimates
• Solicit and review vendor and subcontractor pricing
• Prepare competitive bids and proposals for commercial electrical projects
• Identify project scope, exclusions, potential risks, and value-engineering opportunities
• Assist with bid follow-up and project turnover after award
• Maintain organized estimating documentation and historical pricing information

Project Management –

• Assist with managing smaller commercial electrical projects from award through completion
• Coordinate with field personnel, general contractors, vendors, and customers
• Assist with material procurement, scheduling, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Track project costs, progress, and documentation
• Help ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget
• Support project closeout and customer communication

Qualifications

• Technical background in the electrical construction industry
• Experience with commercial electrical estimating strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Understanding of electrical materials, labor requirements, and construction methods
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently in a smaller contractor environment and handling multiple projects
• Proficiency with estimating and standard office software
• Connecticut electrical license is preferred but not required
• Previous project management or Assistant PM experience is a plus

Compensation

$45–$48 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

This position is ideal for an electrical professional who has strong estimating skills and is interested in expanding their project management experience while working with a smaller contractor on a variety of commercial projects throughout Connecticut.