Senior Electrical Estimator

EMCOR Group, Inc.; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental

401k retirement plan

Vision insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

College Coach Services

Job summary

Miller Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead cost estimation for electrical projects in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with the Project Manager, develop estimates from take-off to bid hand-off, and prepare change-order estimates when necessary.

The role emphasizes reading blueprints, analyzing material and labor requirements, and coordinating with engineers, customers, and subcontractors to ensure competitive bids and successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NEC and Low Voltage Systems is required.
• Ability to read/interpret specifications and blueprints.
• Strong communication and math skills; customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Develops cost estimates from take-off to bid hand-off with PM.
• Creates change-order estimates when needed.
• Analyzes material, labor, and equipment requirements for projects.
• Attends pre-bid/scope reviews and job walks.
• Prepares detailed scope letters from project data.
• Interprets blueprints and technical drawings.
• Coordinates with engineers, customers, vendors, and PMs.
• Leads coordination with other estimators.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Blueprint reading

Customer communication

Risk analysis

Estimating large/small projects

Deadline management

Math skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma (8-10 yrs exp)

Associate degree (6-8 yrs exp)

Bachelor’s degree (2-4 yrs exp)

Tools

ConEst Estimating Software

Job description

About Us

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary

Senior Electrical Estimator

Join Miller Electric and be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well‑being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage. The Senior Estimator reports directly to the Regional Director. You’ll develop through hands‑on experience, peer collaboration, and ongoing technical training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for:

• Develops cost estimates from take‑off stage to bid hand‑off, working closely with the Project Manager assigned to the project.
• Develops cost estimates for change orders, as needed.
• Analyzes material, labor, equipment, and other requirements to complete a project.
• Attends pre‑bid and scope review meetings, as well as job walks when necessary.
• Prepares detailed scope letters.
• Reading & thoroughly understanding blueprints.
• Meets with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers.
• Contacts vendors and subcontractors for pricing.
• Ability to coordinate and organize other estimators
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies:

• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Low Voltage Systems.
• Ability to read and evaluate specifications and blueprints.
• Ability to deal effectively with customers.
• Ability to analyze risks involved with certain project types.
• Ability to estimate large and small projects.
• Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure.
• Excellent math skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong computer skills- Specifically in Microsoft Suite Applications

Education Requirements:

• 8-10 years of experience with a High School Diploma or
• 6-8 years of experience with an Associate degree or
• 2-4 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree

Preferred but not required:

• Familiarity with ConEst Estimating Software
• Hands‑on construction experience

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Benefits

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Vision plans
• Disability Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• College Coach Services

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