Lead Commercial Electrical Estimator

knight-electric-inc-; Justin (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Knight Electric is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support our retail/commercial projects in Justin, TX or Alpharetta, GA. You will perform takeoffs using Accubid Anywhere and develop detailed bid packages for commercial new construction and remodels.

This full-time role requires 2+ years of estimating experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of electrical codes. Relocation is available as needed; you will collaborate with engineers, vendors, and owners throughout the bidding

Qualifications

• 2+ years estimating commercial electrical projects in similar construction (commercial new build and remodel).
• Excellent communication with customers, vendors, subcontractors, GC, owners.
• High attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness.
• Accubid software experience required; training available for Anywhere as needed.
• Thorough knowledge of the commercial electrical field and materials/construction methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and comfort with on-screen takeoff programs.
• Knowledge of national, state, and local codes.
• Produce accurate, timely, and competitive estimates from bid packages.
• Excellent time management and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Perform takeoffs using Accubid Anywhere.
• Review plans, specs, schedules, and bid documents to identify estimate needs.
• Prepare detailed proposals and engage clients post-bid for forecasting.
• Attend pre-bid or team scope meetings to understand complete scope.
• Coordinate with subs, vendors, and engineers on cost estimate changes.
• Review BOMs and subcontractor scope letters for accuracy.
• Complete change order estimates for awarded projects.
• Mentor Junior Estimators and collaborate with other teams.
• Attend estimating/sales meetings and present solutions.
• Conduct project handoffs and field ops after bid award through closeout.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Attention to detail

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Electrical codes

Tools

Accubid Anywhere

Job description

Knight Electric is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support our retail/commercial projects in Justin, TX or Alpharetta, GA. You will perform takeoffs using Accubid Anywhere and develop detailed bid packages for commercial new construction and remodels.

This full-time role requires 2+ years of estimating experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of electrical codes. Relocation is available as needed; you will collaborate with engineers, vendors, and owners throughout the bidding