Senior Electrical Estimator/Engineering

DJS-Resources; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid Medical Insurance

401k

Long term career stability

Job summary

DJS-Resources is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator/Engineering in Aurora, Colorado. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing accurate cost estimates and bid proposals for electrical construction projects. They should thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate effective communication skills.

This role offers a clear path to a Chief Estimator position and includes competitive wages and comprehensive benefits such as 100% paid Medical Insurance.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of electrical estimating principles.
• Ability to quantify electrical scope of work.
• Experience in a role like Electrical Estimator or Electrical Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and estimating sessions.
• Review and analyze bid packages.
• Prepare and evaluate vendor RFQs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master or Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

Accubid

Job description

At DJS Resources, we understand that electricity is the lifeblood of your business. It’s not about flipping a switch; it’s about ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability. Our client, a nationally accredited Electrical Contractor, is seeking a motivated Senior Electrical Estimator/Engineering to join their team in Denver, CO. This role is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, bid proposals, and supporting documentation for electrical construction projects. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates effectively with clients, vendors, engineers, architects, building officials, contractors, and project teams. We’re seeking someone that can lead meetings with potential clients with Design/Build experience a plus. This role has a clear path to a Chief Estimator position for the right candidate.

Our client is a Colorado-based electrical design-build contractor with national reach specializing in:

• Industrial and Manufacturing.
• Heavy Commercial.
• Water/Wastewater.
• Data Centers.
• Electrical Service & Maintenance.

Our depth of experience allows us to provide innovative construction methods, value engineering, and solution-oriented project management. The client offers competitive wages, 100% paid Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision, 401k and a stable, long term career environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in collaborative design and estimating sessions.
• Review, organize, and analyze bid packages from initial invitation through final proposal submission.
• Interpret RFP documents, project schedules, specifications, general conditions, construction drawings, and related materials.
• Identify project-specific requirements, including AHJ jurisdiction, licensing requirements, effective sales rates, and GSA per diems.
• Prepare, issue, and evaluate vendor RFQs and proposals to ensure compliance with project scope.
• Develop value-engineering options and cost comparison deliverables.
• Create and revise estimates using Accubid (or similar estimating software).
• Prepare formal proposals for both current and prospective clients.
• Support pre-construction meetings and post-bid conversations with stakeholders.
• Assist with project closeout review and occasional jobsite visits.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of electrical estimating principles and the ability to quantify electrical scope of work.
• Proficiency in Accubid (or similar estimating platform) is strongly preferred.
• Experience as an Electrical Estimator, Electrical Engineer, or equivalent construction industry role.
• Master or Journeyman Electrician License is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective organizational and time-management abilities.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team.
• Analytical problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency reviewing multiple data sources simultaneously.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs; prolonged sitting/standing required.