Senior Electrical Estimator

InPwr Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) company match

30-day paid sabbatical every 5 years of employment

Job summary

InPwr Inc. is seeking a Sr. Estimator based in Charlotte, NC to analyze construction blueprints and calculate material and labor costs for projects. Responsibilities include creating proposals, managing estimates, and improving cost-efficiency across operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of estimating experience and strong knowledge in electrical systems. The role requires excellent analytical and communication skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of electrical industry estimating experience.
• Knowledge of electrical estimating software is essential.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze construction blueprints for project bids.
• Create and manage estimates and proposals.
• Identify project cost trends for cost reduction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in electrical estimating software

Problem-solving capabilities

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Bluebeam

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field

Electrical Journeyman’s License

Tools

Accubid

Job description

Location

Indianapolis, IN, Denver, CO or Charlotte, NC (this is not a remote position)

Summary

The Sr. Estimator will analyze construction blueprints to determine the quantity and cost of materials and fixtures needed as well as the amount of labor required to complete each bid and work with customers to receive contracts. The estimator will also help implement measures to increase the company’s effectiveness and efficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 100% company paid for employees
• Paid vacation & holidays
• 401(k) company match
• 30-day paid sabbatical every 5 years of employment
• Stable employment with a growing company
• Highly competitive salary
• Relocation Assistance: A competitive relocation package is available for candidates open to relocating to Indianapolis, Indiana; Denver, Colorado; or Charlotte, North Carolina.

Education & Experience

• Minimum (8) years of electrical industry estimating experience.
• Experience in large commercial, industrial, or water treatment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical estimating software such as Accubid.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field or an Electrical Journeyman’s License.

Position Qualifications (minimum)

• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field or an Electrical Journeyman’s License.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and Bluebeam, with the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Code and electrical theory.
• Proficient skills in reading construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and data sheets.
• Experience in layout of electrical equipment and systems, including design/build concepts such as electrical one‑lines and feeder/branch circuit analysis.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including excellent verbal and written communication.
• Problem‑solving capabilities to identify and resolve problems in an analytical and timely manner, by skillfully analyzing and providing alternative solutions.
• Effective time management through proper planning, organization, and ability to handle multiple initiatives at the same time.
• Be a team leader, balancing both individual and team responsibilities, with the overall success of the bid prioritized.
• Self‑motivated and flexible to accommodate changes in InPwr’s business strategies.
• Ability to travel scheduled or unscheduled on a limited basis.

Essential Functions

• Create/revise estimates, proposals, and change orders for current and prospective jobs.
• Work with business development and project management to build proposals with accurate labor, time, and materials.
• Identify project cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvements across projects and team.
• Responsible for project handoff between estimating and project management once the project is awarded.
• Request material and equipment quotes from vendors and equipment suppliers.
• Review supplier quotes to confirm adherence to quote requests and accuracy of quotes received.
• Perform takeoff for individually assigned projects.
• Oversee all takeoff for team lead projects.
• Lead team bids by fully understanding the RFP and bid documents and delegating tasks to other team members based on experience & ability.
• Lead design/build bids by understanding the RFP and bid documents and identifying and quantifying project unknowns or ambiguities.
• Train new estimators in the strategies and processes of the estimating department.
• Weekly outreach and follow‑up on pending bids.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Working Environment and Physical Demands

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

EEO and Drug-Free Workplace

InPwr, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and drug screening. The company maintains a smoke‑free and drug‑free workplace in accordance with Federal Law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.