Industrial Electrical Pre-Construction Estimator & Lead

Sundt Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Industrial Power Solutions, a Sundt Company, is seeking a seasoned Pre-Construction Project Manager to lead estimating and pre-construction efforts for complex industrial electrical projects in the Phoenix area. This role focuses on developing accurate estimates and evaluating construction documents while coordinating with vendors and subcontractors.

You will work closely with Operations, Estimating, Engineering, and Project Management teams to secure new work, identify project risks, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical estimating or pre-construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical field experience or project management experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems (power distribution, grounding, motor controls, instrumentation, conduit, and cable tray).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electrical estimating software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction and estimating efforts for industrial electrical construction projects.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to ensure complete project scope and identify potential risks.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Develop competitive pricing using estimating software and established company processes.
• Present estimates, budgets, and project recommendations to internal leadership and customers.
• Maintain historical estimating data, cost databases, and project records.
• Support Project Managers during project handoff by providing budget updates, scope reviews, and estimating documentation.
• Assist in developing estimating standards, pre-construction processes, quality initiatives, and safety planning.
• Travel to project sites and customer locations as required to support project development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Electrical estimating software

Job description

Industrial Power Solutions, a Sundt Company, is seeking a seasoned Pre-Construction Project Manager to lead estimating and pre-construction efforts for complex industrial electrical projects in the Phoenix area. This role focuses on developing accurate estimates and evaluating construction documents while coordinating with vendors and subcontractors.

You will work closely with Operations, Estimating, Engineering, and Project Management teams to secure new work, identify project risks, and