Modular Electrical Estimator — Flexible Scheduling & Growth

Interstates Companies; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstates is seeking a Modular Estimator to develop timely estimates for modular electrical construction projects and support competitive bids for clients across industrial markets. You will collaborate with estimators, PMs, engineers, and design professionals to deliver well-defined proposals and accurate budgets.

This role offers opportunities to expand estimating expertise while supporting diverse projects and maintaining schedule discipline.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two+ years electrical construction or estimating experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, timely estimates for modular electrical construction projects, supporting competitive bids and client proposals.
• Analyze and interpret drawings, specifications, and scope requirements.
• Prepare budget pricing from schematic drawings, narratives, and preliminary project information.
• Identify and price value-engineered alternatives to plans and specifications.
• Draft scope letters, proposals, bid packages, and vendor solicitations.
• Attend job walks, pre-bid meetings, and project discussions with clients and design professionals as needed.
• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, and project engineers on change orders and cost-to-complete estimates for active projects.
• Help develop and communicate company estimating standards for design-build and plans-and-specifications work.
• Manage competing deadlines in an efficient, composed, and detail-oriented manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Analytical skills

Reading drawings

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Estimating/construction education

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Interstates is seeking a Modular Estimator to develop timely estimates for modular electrical construction projects and support competitive bids for clients across industrial markets. You will collaborate with estimators, PMs, engineers, and design professionals to deliver well-defined proposals and accurate budgets.

This role offers opportunities to expand estimating expertise while supporting diverse projects and maintaining schedule discipline.