Senior Electrical Estimator (1155814)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Match

Paid Vacation

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Senior Project Estimator in Houston to develop accurate construction cost estimates for multi-discipline EPC projects in chemical, petrochemical, and oil & gas sectors. You will produce cost estimates for electrical and I&C scopes, interpret plans, and support bid packages.

Ideal candidates have a background in industrial construction, strong math skills, and proficiency with Excel and estimating software such as Bluebeam, McCormick or Accubid.

Qualifications

• Develop conceptual and detailed construction cost estimates for electrical and I&C scopes.
• Interpret plans and specifications across design phases and generate 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 estimating software and digital tools.
• Support review of subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and PM teams for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detail construction cost estimates for all electrical and I&C systems.
• Interpret plans & specifications from multiple design phases and generate pricing.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for electrical & instrumentation scopes.
• Analyze drawings, specifications and project docs to identify 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 teams.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Solid math skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

McCormick

Accubid

Job description

Location: Houston, TX

Salary: $145,000.00 USD Annually - $165,000.00 USD Annually

Senior Project Estimator

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

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

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401k Match, Paid Vacation time, etc.

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

• Bachelors 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.