Project Cost Change Estimator

Hilscher Clarke Electric; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

AD&D insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

PTO

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hilscher-Clarke Electric is seeking a full-time Project Cost Change Estimator in Canton, Ohio or Columbus, Ohio. The role focuses on engineering documentation, vendor interaction, and material estimation to support project quotes and procurement.

Requirements include a two-year electrical-focused degree or hands-on electrical experience, 1–3 years in electrical contracting or estimating, and strong communication and organization skills. Proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, and Accubid is expected.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to put multiple-step tasks together.
• Must be organized and be able to manage several tasks and small projects at one time.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Software skills are required, including but not limited to knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Adobe, Bluebeam Revu, and Accubid.

Responsibilities

• Read and process engineering documentation such as plan-view drawings and details, project specifications, product information and installation instructions.
• Relationship building with General Contractors, Subcontractors, Vendors, and all other HC Team Members, including On-site PM Staff and Field Staff.
• Connect oral communication and direction with written details and specifications to create systems that can be estimated.
• Perform detailed take-offs to generate lists of materials to be installed for use of getting quotes, evaluating those quotes, and assisting w/purchasing material items.
• Review 3D modeling to ascertain material routes and quantities to build materials lists for same quoting, analysis, etc.
• Verify vendor and subcontractor estimates fall within the defined scope and have the correct items needed to perform the work estimated.
• Survey potential sites for suitability and cost association.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organized

Critical thinking

Education

Two-year degree in electrical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Google Suite

Adobe

Bluebeam Revu

Accubid

Job description

JoinHilscher-Clarkeas a full-timeProject Cost Change EstimatorinCanton, OhioorColumbus, Ohiowhere we're more than a team – we're more like a family. AtHilscher-Clarke, our people embody our core values of faith, Integrity, Respect, Selflessness, and Team every day. With over a century of leadership in electrical contracting across Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and West Virginia, we deliver excellence in commercial, industrial, specialty, and residential projects. Join our family atHilscher-Clarkeand contribute to a legacy of excellence and values-driven success.

Hilscher-Clarkeoffers a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus opportunities, 401(k), 401(k) matching, AD&D insurance, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Opportunities for advancement, PTO, Retirement plan, Vision insurance.

TheProject Cost Change Estimatorwill handle various responsibilities related to engineering documentation, communication with contractors and vendors, and material estimation tasks. The role involves reviewing project details, assessing material needs based on 3D models, and validating estimates from vendors and subcontractors among other tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and process engineering documentation such as plan-view drawings and details, project specifications, product information and installation instructions.
• Relationship building with General Contractors, Subcontractors, Vendors, and all other HC Team Members, including On-site PM Staff and Field Staff.
• Connect oral communication and direction with written details and specifications to create systems that can be estimated.
• Perform detailed take-offs to generate lists of materials to be installed for use of getting quotes, evaluating those quotes, and assisting w/purchasing material items.
• Review 3D modeling to ascertain material routes and quantities to build materials lists for same quoting, analysis, etc.
• Verify vendor and subcontractor estimates fall within the defined scope and have the correct items needed to perform the work estimated.
• Survey potential sites for suitability and cost association.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• 2 year degree in an electrically related curriculum or hands-on electrical experience is preferred, but not required.
• 1-3 years’ experience in Electrical Contracting, Construction, or similar fields preferred.
• 1-3 years’ of estimating experience preferred.
• 1 year of project management experience preferred.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Clear and effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to put multiple-step tasks together.
• Must be organized and be able to manage several tasks and small projects at one time.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Software skills are required, including but not limited to knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Adobe, Bluebeam Revu, and Accubid.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Canton, OhioorColumbus, Ohio

Hilscher-Clarkeis an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.