Senior Electrical Estimator - Lead Bid & Cost Expert

Gt Electric; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

LampPost Electric, a Division of GT Electric Service Inc., is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Lorton, VA to prepare accurate estimates for commercial electrical construction projects. This role coordinates with suppliers, subcontractors, project management, and leadership to develop competitive bids and ensure successful project execution.

Candidates should have 5+ years of estimating experience, expertise with Accubid Classic/Enterprise and LiveCount, and strong math, blueprint

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience estimating commercial electrical construction projects.
• Experience using Accubid Classic or Accubid Enterprise.
• Experience with LiveCount software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and estimating systems.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine project scope and estimate requirements.
• Prepare complete project takeoffs and enter estimates into the estimating software system.
• Review estimate calculations for accuracy and completeness.
• Request pricing from suppliers for equipment and materials.
• Identify qualified suppliers and subcontractors and solicit quotations.
• Review quotes for completeness and compliance with plans and specifications.
• Itemize and quantify materials, equipment rentals, tools, supplies, and subcontracted work required for bids.
• Provide detailed bid reviews, including scope, technical requirements, and pricing, prior to submission.
• Participate in project turnover meetings and communicate estimate details to Project Management.
• Complete all required client documentation in a timely manner.
• Prepare scope letters, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimates.
• Maintain organized estimating files and supporting documentation.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Tools

Accubid Classic

Accubid Enterprise

LiveCount

MS Office

Job description

LampPost Electric, a Division of GT Electric Service Inc., is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Lorton, VA to prepare accurate estimates for commercial electrical construction projects. This role coordinates with suppliers, subcontractors, project management, and leadership to develop competitive bids and ensure successful project execution.

Candidates should have 5+ years of estimating experience, expertise with Accubid Classic/Enterprise and LiveCount, and strong math, blueprint