Senior Commercial Electrical Estimator

The Contractor Consultants; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SECO of GA, LLC in Covington, GA is seeking a Senior Commercial Electrical Estimator. This high-impact role is pivotal for managing the estimations process from qualification to final proposal defense, directly influencing win rates and project pipelines.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in pricing commercial electrical projects, strong ownership mentality, and proficiency in digital estimating tools. The position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a supportive family-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience pricing commercial electrical projects in the mid-six to seven-figure range.
• Proven track record managing a high-volume bid calendar.
• Ability to read and interpret complex commercial plans.
• Strong ownership mentality in autonomous environments.
• Proficient in digital estimating tools and basic Excel.

Responsibilities

• Qualify bid opportunities through engagement with General Contractors.
• Produce electrical takeoffs and labor estimates for commercial projects.
• Defend technical estimates during scope review calls.
• Maintain a rigorous proposal log.
• Execute professional bid packages adhering to deadlines.
• Develop relationships with GC estimators to increase awards.
• Refine unit cost libraries and digital estimating standards.

Skills

Pricing commercial electrical projects

Managing high-volume bid calendars

Reading complex plans and specifications

Digital estimating tools proficiency

Excel for calculations

Tools

Digital estimating software

Excel

Job description

Senior Commercial Electrical Estimator – Drive High-Value Growth for a Southeast Industry Leader

Job Overview

Company: SECO of GA, LLC.

Salary/Pay Rate: $105,000 to $125,000+.

Location: Covington, GA (In-office).

Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

Schedule: Monday - Friday.

Project Scope: Mid-six to seven-figure commercial electrical contracts.

Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity

You will serve as the architect of our bidding process, owning the full estimating function from initial qualification to the final proposal defense. This is a high-impact role where you will directly influence our win rate and project pipeline while working closely with a leadership team that values autonomy. You have the unique opportunity to build and scale our estimating standards as we continue our deliberate growth across the Southeast.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Qualify all bid opportunities through direct engagement with General Contractors to ensure a strategic fit.
• Produce precise, comprehensive electrical takeoffs and labor estimates for large-scale commercial projects.
• Defend your technical estimates and project numbers during scope review calls with confidence and precision.
• Maintain a rigorous proposal log to track bid statuses, win/loss intelligence, and competitive market patterns.
• Execute professional bid packages that strictly adhere to ITB deadlines and General Contractor requirements.
• Develop and strengthen working relationships with GC estimators to increase SECO's award likelihood.
• Refine company unit cost libraries and digital estimating standards to improve overall process efficiency.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive experience pricing commercial electrical projects specifically in the mid-six to seven-figure range.
• Proven track record of managing a high-volume bid calendar and meeting strict submission deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to independently read and interpret complex commercial plans, specifications, and addenda.
• Strong ownership mentality with a history of working in self-directed, autonomous environments.
• Proficiency in digital estimating tools and basic Excel for material and labor calculations.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in a small to mid-sized firm where you were responsible for building estimating workflows.
• Advanced technology fluency and the ability to evaluate and implement new estimating software solutions.
• Strong background in general construction with a specialized focus on electrical systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive $90,000 annual base salary.
• Performance kicker consideration available after one year of service based on win rate.
• Direct access to company leadership and visibility into long-term growth trajectories.
• Full ownership of the end-to-end estimating function within a supportive family-owned culture.

About Us

SECO of GA, LLC is a family-owned commercial electrical contracting company that is disciplined about quality and selective about the work we pursue. We foster a culture of personal accountability and professional growth, ensuring our team has the capacity to succeed before adding new revenue.

Learn more at https://www.secoelectric.business.

SECO of GA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.