Lead Estimator

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,120 - 187,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking an Electrical Estimator to manage budgets and proposals for electrical construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 7 years of experience, particularly in large-scale construction environments. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical insurance and a retirement plan. Join a company dedicated to developing the next generation of technical leaders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, commissioning, or electrical safety programs preferred.
• Experience in data center, industrial, or large-scale construction environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets and cost codes for projects.
• Gather data and assist in preparing bid proposal estimates.
• Understand plans and specifications for project requirements.
• Perform take-offs from drawings and price change orders.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Cost estimation

Project management

Electrical codes knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber‑physical solutions for the nation’s most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Overview

The Electrical Estimator will work on electrical construction projects bid and proposals through construction phase to completion, ensuring the work complies with all standards, specifications and budgets.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets and cost codes for projects; assist in the preparation of technical proposals, including designing and writing the scope of work, management plans, work sequence, safety, quality control and commissioning.
• Gather data and assist in preparing bid proposal estimates and design/build proposals.
• Develop and present clear and detailed project scopes to customers and meet with potential customers to present proposals.
• Understand plans and specifications to identify the types and grades of materials and equipment needed and to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Perform take‑offs from drawings; price change orders.
• Understand and apply cost fundamentals; maintain current, accurate information on prices from suppliers and contractors.
• Identify value‑added solutions and cost‑saving methods.
• Identify change orders and ensure effective resolution.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline required.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, commissioning, or electrical safety programs preferred.
• Experience in data center, industrial, or large‑scale construction environments is highly desirable.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70E, OSHA 1910.147, NFPA 70 (NEC), and other relevant electrical codes.
• Familiarity with LOTO program development, energization planning, and electrical one‑line diagram interpretation.
• Proficient in reading and marking up electrical drawings, including power distribution and control schematics.
• Basic understanding of commissioning processes, testing equipment, and electrical distribution systems up to 15 kV.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation practices.
• Effective communicator across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments under supervision while maintaining independence and accountability.

Certifications (Preferred But Not Required)

• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety
• NFPA 70E Qualified Electrical Worker
• EIT (Engineer in Training) or FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification
• LOTO Procedure Author Training or similar safety credentials

We Offer An Excellent Benefits Package Including

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement401(k) Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Finger dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, e.g., using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Pay Range: USD $125,120.00 – USD $187,680.00 / Yr.