Senior Electrical Estimator: Cost, Bids & Value Engineering

ICS Holding; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ICS Holding in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical construction projects. You will review plans, specifications and requirements, perform quantity takeoffs, solicit bids, and collaborate with project teams to deliver competitive, profitable bids.

The role requires 3–5 years of estimating experience and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Proficiency in estimating software and Bluebeam is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estimating experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar
• Must pass Drug and Background screen

Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans, specs and requirements to develop accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects.
• Conduct quantity takeoffs from project documents to determine material, equipment and labor needs.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend value engineering options.
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals with pricing breakdowns and schedules.
• Review bid documents for risks and develop mitigation strategies with project teams.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and designers to align estimates with plans.
• Maintain and update a cost database for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor rates.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in electrical estimating.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and standardization in estimating.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity takeoffs

Vendor & subcontractor management

Bid preparation

Bid review & risk assessment

Collaboration & coordination

Cost database management

Industry knowledge

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

ICS Holding in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical construction projects. You will review plans, specifications and requirements, perform quantity takeoffs, solicit bids, and collaborate with project teams to deliver competitive, profitable bids.

The role requires 3–5 years of estimating experience and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Proficiency in estimating software and Bluebeam is preferred.