Junior Electrical Estimator - Commercial

Universal Electrical Service, Inc.; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Training Provided

Career Advancement

PPE Provided

Job summary

Universal Electrical Service, Inc. in Souderton, PA is seeking a Junior Commercial Electrical Estimator with hands-on commercial electrical construction experience. This role offers a path into Project Management and transitions from the jobsite into estimating.

This is strictly a commercial electrical construction position; ideal candidates are electricians, Journeymen, Leads, or Foremen with strong blueprint reading skills and takeoff experience. Competitive salary supports growth.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of hands‑on commercial electrical construction experience.
• Experience working directly on commercial construction jobsites.
• Commercial Electrician, Journeyman, Lead, or Foreman experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong understanding of commercial electrical installation methods.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Desire to build a career in electrical estimating.

Responsibilities

• Review commercial electrical drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Perform electrical material and quantity takeoffs.
• Assist with labor and material pricing.
• Obtain vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Assist with preparing competitive project bids.
• Identify project scope, exclusions, and potential issues.
• Work closely with Senior Estimators and Project Managers.
• Learn and utilize electrical estimating software and technology.
• Apply practical field experience to accurately estimate installation requirements.

Skills

hands‑on commercial electrical work

blueprint reading

takeoffs

pricing

estimating software

field experience

attention to detail

Education

None

Tools

Excel

Job description

Junior Commercial Electrical Estimator

Location: Souderton, PA Area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000–$90,000, based on experience

Position Summary

Universal Electrical Service, Inc. (UES) is seeking a Junior Commercial Electrical Estimator with hands-on commercial electrical construction field experience .

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Electrician, Journeyman, Lead, or Foreman who wants to transition from the jobsite into estimating. With an excellent path into Project Management!

This is strictly a commercial electrical construction position. Maintenance technicians, mechanics, and candidates without commercial electrical construction experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review commercial electrical drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Perform electrical material and quantity takeoffs.
• Assist with labor and material pricing.
• Obtain vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Assist with preparing competitive project bids.
• Identify project scope, exclusions, and potential issues.
• Work closely with Senior Estimators and Project Managers.
• Learn and utilize electrical estimating software and technology.
• Apply practical field experience to accurately estimate installation requirements.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of hands‑on commercial electrical construction experience.
• Experience working directly on commercial construction jobsites .
• Commercial Electrician, Journeyman, Lead, or Foreman experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong understanding of commercial electrical installation methods.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Desire to build a career in electrical estimating.

Preferred: Journeyman experience, electrical apprenticeship completion, and/or previous estimating or takeoff experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Company-provided training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Safety equipment and PPE provided

Build on your field experience and take the next step in your electrical construction career with UES.