Estimator - Commercial Electrical Construction

AlphaGov; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AlphaGov is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to develop accurate and competitive bids for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects throughout the Houston area. The estimator will manage the full estimating process from initial plan review through project handoff.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial electrical estimating experience, a thorough understanding of electrical construction, and the ability to handle multiple bids while working closely with Project

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial electrical estimating experience.
• Proven experience estimating commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.
• Experience with healthcare, education, institutional, municipal, or other complex electrical projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, NEC requirements, construction methods, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficient with electrical estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, or similar platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Residential-only estimating experience will not meet the requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine scope and pricing requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop bid proposals, scope clarifications, pricing summaries, exclusions, and value-engineering recommendations.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, exclusions, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, general contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams throughout the estimating process.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope review meetings as needed.
• Support project handoff by providing estimate breakdowns, budgets, assumptions, and scope clarifications to the operations team.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical pricing, bid records, vendor information, and subcontractor relationships.
• Monitor material costs, labor rates, market conditions, and industry trends to maintain accurate and competitive estimates.
• Manage multiple bids simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting submission deadlines.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, consistency, and accuracy.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

McCormick

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to develop accurate and competitive bids for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects throughout the Houston area.

The Estimator will manage the full estimating process from initial plan review through project handoff, including electrical takeoffs, scope analysis, labor and material pricing, subcontractor and vendor coordination, cost development, and proposal preparation.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial electrical estimating experience, a thorough understanding of electrical construction, and the ability to manage multiple bids while working closely with Project Managers, general contractors, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine scope and pricing requirements
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
• Develop complete bid proposals, scope clarifications, pricing summaries, exclusions, and value-engineering recommendations
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, exclusions, and cost-saving opportunities
• Coordinate with Project Managers, general contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams throughout the estimating process
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope review meetings as needed
• Support project handoff by providing estimate breakdowns, budgets, assumptions, and scope clarifications to the operations team
• Maintain estimating databases, historical pricing, bid records, vendor information, and subcontractor relationships
• Monitor material costs, labor rates, market conditions, and industry trends to maintain accurate and competitive estimates
• Manage multiple bids simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting submission deadlines
• Participate in post-bid reviews and identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, consistency, and accuracy

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial electrical estimating experience
• Proven experience estimating commercial and industrial electrical construction projects
• Experience with healthcare, education, institutional, municipal, or other complex electrical projects is preferred
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, NEC requirements, construction methods, drawings, and specifications
• Proven ability to perform detailed electrical quantity takeoffs and develop complete bid proposals
• Proficiency with electrical estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, McCormick, or similar platforms
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify scope discrepancies, pricing risks, and potential cost impacts
• Residential-only estimating experience will not meet the requirements for this position

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Ongoing professional development and technical training
• Opportunity to work on complex commercial and industrial electrical construction projects
• Stable workload with long‑term career growth opportunities
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment