Senior Commercial Electrical Estimator

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

Job summary

SECO of GA, LLC is seeking a Senior Commercial Electrical Estimator to own the end-to-end estimating process for mid-six to seven-figure projects across the Southeast. This in-office role demands expert takeoffs, labor estimates, and a keen ability to defend numbers during bid reviews.

You will collaborate with General Contractors, build scalable estimating standards, and contribute to strategic growth within a family-owned culture that values autonomy and long-term success.

Qualifications

• Experience pricing commercial electrical projects in mid-six to seven-figure range.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume bid calendar and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret complex commercial plans, specs, and addenda.
• Strong ownership mentality in self-directed environments.
• Proficiency in digital estimating tools and basic Excel for calculations.

Responsibilities

• Own the full estimating function from qualification to proposal defense.
• Produce precise electrical takeoffs and labor estimates for large projects.
• Defend technical estimates during scope review calls.
• Maintain a proposal log tracking bid status and market patterns.
• Develop bid packages that meet ITB deadlines and GC requirements.
• Strengthen relationships with GC estimators to improve award likelihood.
• Refine unit cost libraries and estimating standards for efficiency.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid calendar management

Autonomy

Excel

Tools

Estimating software

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.