Estimator - Commercial Electrical Construction

Career Crunch; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with match

Medical plan

Dental and vision insurance

Company-paid Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Career Crunch in Ohio is seeking an experienced estimator for electrical and low-voltage construction projects. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and maintain organized project documentation to support bid proposals.

Responsibilities include soliciting vendor pricing, evaluating bids, and negotiating favorable terms while coordinating with internal teams to produce competitive, accurate proposals.

Qualifications

• 6+ years estimating experience in electrical construction
• Strong understanding of electrical and low-voltage systems
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs using on-screen takeoff software
• Proficiency with computerized estimating software
• High mathematical aptitude with attention to detail
• Experience managing vendor and subcontractor quotations
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for electrical and low-voltage construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for branch circuits, lighting, devices, feeders, and other small electrical systems using on-screen takeoff software.
• Enter and maintain takeoff data within estimating software while ensuring organized and accurate project documentation.
• Solicit, evaluate, and manage vendor and subcontractor pricing for materials and specialty systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop competitive and comprehensive project proposals.
• Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents to identify scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Manage multiple estimates and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget objectives.
• Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to achieve mutually beneficial pricing and project outcomes.

Skills

Estimating experience

Electrical systems

Takeoff software

Estimating software

Math aptitude

Vendor quotations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

On-screen takeoff software

Estimating software

MS Office

Job description

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for electrical and low-voltage construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for branch circuits, lighting, devices, feeders, and other small electrical systems using on-screen takeoff software.
• Enter and maintain takeoff data within estimating software while ensuring organized and accurate project documentation.
• Solicit, evaluate, and manage vendor and subcontractor pricing for materials and specialty systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop competitive and comprehensive project proposals.
• Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents to identify scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Manage multiple estimates and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget objectives.
• Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to achieve mutually beneficial pricing and project outcomes.

Requirements

• 6+ years of estimating experience, preferably in the electrical construction industry.
• Strong understanding of electrical and low-voltage systems.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs using on-screen takeoff software.
• Proficiency with computerized estimating software.
• High mathematical aptitude with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience managing vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to achieve win-win solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with a performance incentive plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Fully paid medical plan
• Dental and vision insurance available
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability available
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance available