Senior Electrical Estimator

Judge Direct Placement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Judge Direct Placement seeks a Senior Project Estimator in Houston to develop accurate cost estimates for multi-discipline EPC projects across chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, bulk storage, terminal and renewables sectors.

The role requires analyzing drawings, specs, and documents to identify materials, labor, and equipment needs; preparing detailed estimates for electrical and instrumentation systems; and collaborating with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure bid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in related field.
• Background in industrial construction and project estimating.
• Analytical mindset with strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel; exposure to estimating software such as Bluebeam, McCormick or Accubid.
• Understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Effective communicator able to work independently and in teams.
• Eagerness to grow in a fast-paced EPC environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detail construction cost estimates for electrical, I&C systems.
• Interpret plans and specs from multiple design phases and generate quantity takeoffs and pricing.
• Assist in preparing detailed estimates for electrical and instrumentation scopes.
• Analyze drawings to identify materials, labor, and equipment needs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using digital tools and estimating software.
• Support review and analysis of subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and project management to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain historical cost databases and benchmarking data.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits and project walkdowns as needed.
• Contribute to proposal documentation and final bid packages.
• Stay current with industry trends, pricing, and labor rates for forecasting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong math skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

McCormick

Accubid

Job description

The Senior Project Estimator will be heavily involved in the development of accurate and competitive cost estimates for multi-discipline EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects across the chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, bulk storage, terminal and data/renewables industries.

Location: Houston, Texas (Relocation Assistance Offered)

Compensation: $145,000 - $165,000 base salary + Bonus.

Job Description:

• Develop conceptual and detail construction cost estimates for all electrical and instrumentation and controls (I&C) systems
• Interpret plans & specifications from multiple design phases; program, conceptual, design development through all Construction Documents and into change orders and generate quantity takeoffs and pricing for all systems.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for electrical and instrumentation scopes.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify materials, labor, and equipment needs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using digital tools and estimating software.
• Support the review and analysis of subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure estimate accuracy and alignment with project scope.
• Help maintain historical cost databases and contribute to benchmarking data.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkdowns as needed.
• Contribute to the development of proposal documentation and final bid packages.
• Stay current with industry trends, material pricing, and labor rates to support accurate forecasting.

Qualifications Seeking:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred or experience (Not Required)
• Background in industrial construction and project estimating.
• Analytical mindset with solid math skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; exposure to estimating software (such as Bluebeam, McCormick, Accubid or similar).
• Basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work both independently and within cross-disciplinary teams.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced EPC project environment.