Lead Electrical Estimator

Jobot; Pembroke (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401k

PTO

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Lead Electrical Estimator with strong commercial judgment to own the estimating process for a portfolio of electrical construction projects in Massachusetts. You will collaborate with project managers, field leaders, suppliers, and subcontractors to develop bids, evaluate change orders, and protect profitability.

The role requires 5+ years of electrical estimating experience, knowledge of electrical codes, and proficiency with estimating software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience leading estimates for complex projects.
• Experience preparing project bids and pricing or evaluating change orders.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, and codes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, schedules, and contract requirements.
• Proficiency with electrical estimating software and digital takeoff tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed electrical estimates including material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Review drawings and contract documents to define scope and identify risks.
• Manage bids from opportunity review to final submission ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, validate pricing, and develop labor assumptions.
• Solicit and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations for competitive pricing.
• Prepare and evaluate change orders with clear scope revisions and cost impacts.
• Collaborate with project teams on value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead bid reviews and communicate assumptions, risks, and recommendations.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid management

Quantity takeoffs

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Electrical Estimator - Commercial Experience Needed

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bill Artiga

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

Take the lead in winning complex electrical construction projects and shaping a strong pipeline of future work. We’re seeking a Permanent Lead Electrical Estimator who combines technical expertise, commercial judgment, and a collaborative leadership style to deliver accurate, competitive estimates.

Why join us

• Competitive Pay
• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Job Details

In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll own the estimating process from initial scope review through bid submission and project handoff. You’ll work closely with project managers, field leaders, suppliers, and subcontractors to develop winning project bids, evaluate change orders, and protect project profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed electrical estimates, including material, labor, equipment, subcontractor costs, overhead, and contingencies.
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract documents to define scope, identify risks, and resolve gaps or discrepancies.
• Manage project bids from opportunity review through final submission, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and on-time delivery.
• Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs, validate pricing, and develop practical labor assumptions based on project requirements.
• Request, compare, and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations to secure competitive pricing and complete scope coverage.
• Prepare and evaluate change orders, clearly documenting scope revisions, cost impacts, and supporting calculations.
• Partner with project teams to explore value engineering opportunities, constructability improvements, and cost-saving alternatives.
• Lead bid reviews and communicate estimate assumptions, exclusions, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support negotiations and deliver thorough handoffs to project management and field teams following award.
• Mentor estimating team members, maintain cost databases, and improve estimating processes using lessons learned and market insights.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience in the construction industry, with demonstrated ability to lead estimates for complex projects.
• Proven experience preparing project bids and pricing or evaluating change orders, or equivalent experience in construction tendering and scope-change cost analysis.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, construction sequencing, and applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements accurately.
• Proficiency with electrical estimating software, digital takeoff tools, and spreadsheet applications.
• Strong understanding of labor productivity, material pricing, supplier quotations, and subcontractor scope analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership, organization, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and guide collaborative bid efforts.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and sound commercial judgment.
• A degree or diploma in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent trade training and relevant practical experience will also be considered.

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