Junior Estimator/Estimator in Training

EMCOR Construction Services; Plain City (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Electrical Services in Plain City, Ohio, is hiring a Junior Estimator/Estimator in Training to assist with estimating contract work, interpreting construction documents, and predicting project costs. You will work closely with Owners, Construction and Project Managers to learn and apply take-offs and pricing.

The position is full-time and exempt, offering growth within a leading EMCOR company and exposure to diverse markets.

Qualifications

• Strong time management and detail orientation required.
• Good understanding of construction documentation and math.
• Experience with electrical estimating is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, review and interpret contracts, plans and specs to develop estimates.
• Complete take-offs within deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Accurately define project requirements.
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and ensure complete scope of work required.
• Assist in determining project resource requirements in alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Provide liaison support to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all estimates submitted are as accurate and complete as possible.
• Provide timely project turnover documentation from Estimating to Project Management.

Skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Verbal & written communication

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Eagle Electrical Services is a comprehensive commercial electrical contracting company with expertise ranging from complete lighting, power, and low voltage installations to mission critical services for sophisticated data centers, medical facilities, and more. We’ve earned a reputation throughout Columbus and the surrounding area for responsive service and high-quality execution.

Job Title: Junior Estimator/Estimator in Training

Reports to: Vice President or Senior Leadership

Location: Plain City, Ohio

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Updated: October 2026

Company Overview

Eagle Electrical Services ("Eagle"), an EMCOR Company, is a leading electrical services company providing preconstruction, construction, and energy solutions in a variety of markets, including automotive, commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and mission critical. Eagle is one of seven Ohio-based business units under parent company Quebe Holdings, Inc. These business units include Chapel Electrical Co., LLC, Chapel Romanoff Technologies Co. LLC, Romanoff Electric Co., LLC, Kastle Technologies, LLC, Kastle Electric Company, and Sidney Electric.

Summary

Eagle is currently hiring an electrical Estimator. The Estimator will be responsible for estimating contract work, interpreting construction documents, and predicting project costs. The individual will be responsible for representing the company in many aspects. This position works closely with Owners, Construction and Project Managers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze, review and interpret engineering contracts, plans and specifications to develop detailed, comprehensive construction estimates for both small and large projects.


• Complete estimate take-off, within time deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Accurately define project requirements.


• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.


• Attend pre-bid meetings and ensure complete scope of work required.


• Assist in determining project resource requirements in alignment with company goals and objectives.


• Provide liaison support to all internal and external stake holders.


• Ensure all estimates submitted are as accurate and complete as possible.


• Provide timely project turnover documentation from Estimating to Project Management.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Strong time management and detail orientation skills are required.


• High School Diploma or GED is required.


• 5+ years’ experience estimating


• Strong understanding of construction documentation and math skills required.


• Accubid experience is a plus.

Required Attributes And Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.


• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.


• Must demonstrate ability to lead people and get results through others.


• Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize multiple projects and resource planning skills.


• Must demonstrate technical skills necessary for project engineering.


• Must work with minimal supervision.


• Must demonstrate ability to analyze and solve problems.


• Must demonstrate commitment to company values.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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