Onsite Electrical Estimator — Brea, CA: Bids & Takeoffs

Piper Companies; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid Holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support complex electrical construction projects in the commercial, industrial, public works and medium-voltage sectors. This on-site role is based in Brea, CA, and offers the opportunity to develop competitive bids and pursue profitable work from concept to completion.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, be proficient with Accubid or ConEst, and be able to read blueprints and specs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical project estimating within commercial, industrial, public works, or medium-voltage construction environments.
• Proficiency with electrical estimating software such as Accubid or ConEst.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.
• No clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed labor, material, and equipment cost estimates for commercial, industrial, public works, and medium-voltage electrical construction projects.
• Review and interpret blueprints, specifications, RFPs, and project documents to develop accurate take-offs and bills of material.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and procurement teams to obtain competitive pricing and specialty equipment quotes.
• Develop bid proposals, support prequalification requirements, and participate in job walks and pre-bid meetings.
• Maintain estimating databases, bid registers, and provide value engineering recommendations to improve project competitiveness.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Drawings & specs

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Accubid

ConEst

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Electrical Estimator to support complex electrical construction projects in the commercial, industrial, public works and medium-voltage sectors. This on-site role is based in Brea, CA, and offers the opportunity to develop competitive bids and pursue profitable work from concept to completion.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, be proficient with Accubid or ConEst, and be able to read blueprints and specs.