Remote Electrical Estimator – Travel-Ready Role

Flux; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities on diverse projects

Collaborative team of experts

Job summary

Flux Resources is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a remote role with travel to client sites. The position offers an annual salary of $100,000 to $140,000 and may require travel to Indianapolis, Portland, or Phoenix locations as needed.

You will prepare detailed cost estimates, perform takeoffs, and ensure accurate should-cost submissions in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying with 5–10 years of experience, and is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent discipline experience.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in IT tools including Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and web-based platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from available design documents.
• Understand union and trade construction cost standards.
• Develop final “should cost” estimates to validate trade cost submissions and ensure fair pricing.
• Reconcile trade bid submissions with project scope, market conditions, and budget.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and respond effectively to change.
• Source accurate and current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and databases.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to understand project scope and build strong relationships with A/E firms and project teams.
• Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.
• Maintain organized project documentation and file structures in accordance with company standards.
• Support cost data library.
• Prepare cost reconciliations between multiple estimates and explain cost variances.
• May need to perform site walks as needed at the client site.
• Potential travel at client site.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Windows OS

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based platforms

Job description

Flux Resources is seeking an Electrical Estimator for a remote role with travel to client sites. The position offers an annual salary of $100,000 to $140,000 and may require travel to Indianapolis, Portland, or Phoenix locations as needed.

You will prepare detailed cost estimates, perform takeoffs, and ensure accurate should-cost submissions in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying with 5–10 years of experience, and is