Junior Electrical Estimator: Train & Bid in Commercial

Cache Valley Electric Co.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Discretionary yearly bonus

Up to 15% yearly profit sharing

Paid time off and company holidays

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Cache Valley Electric Company is seeking a motivated Junior Electrical Estimator to join our commercial electrical construction team. This role offers training and development in estimating, reviewing drawings, performing material takeoffs, and developing competitive bids for commercial projects.

No prior estimating experience is required; candidates with electrical background and strong analytical skills will be trained by seasoned estimators.

Qualifications

• Electrical background required; hands-on electrical experience or strong foundational knowledge of electrical systems and commercial construction.
• Willingness to learn estimating methods, construction processes, and estimating software.
• Ability to read or interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, or construction documents is a plus.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in electrical estimating or a related role is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing electrical estimates and competitive bids for commercial construction projects.
• Review electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and bid documents to understand project scope.
• Perform material takeoffs and assist with labor-hour calculations for electrical installations.
• Apply knowledge of electrical systems, materials, equipment, and installation methods to support accurate estimates.
• Obtain and compare material and equipment pricing from vendors and suppliers.
• Assist in identifying project scope, exclusions, clarifications, and potential estimating risks.
• Help prepare bid proposals, pricing summaries, and supporting estimating documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, vendors, and internal teams to gather project information.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of estimates, supplier quotes, and bid documents.
• Support senior estimators with bid reviews, project handoffs, and post-bid analysis.
• Learn and utilize electrical estimating software and industry tools.
• Meet bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

MS Excel proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

Trimble

Job description

Cache Valley Electric Company is seeking a motivated Junior Electrical Estimator to join our commercial electrical construction team. This role offers training and development in estimating, reviewing drawings, performing material takeoffs, and developing competitive bids for commercial projects.

No prior estimating experience is required; candidates with electrical background and strong analytical skills will be trained by seasoned estimators.