Senior Electrical Estimator — Lead Bid Strategy & Costing

Jobtome; Stokesdale (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance

Hospital confinement

Job summary

R.D. Graham Electric in the Carolinas is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. You will analyze drawings and specs to determine labor, material, and time requirements, ensuring bids are competitive and profitable.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, taking quantity takes, soliciting quotes, and mentoring the estimating team. Office-based with occasional site visits; travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical estimating.
• Knowledge of commercial and/or industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Accubid, McCormick) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents to develop detailed cost estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs for electrical systems (power, lighting, low voltage, etc.).
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare and submit complete bid packages within deadlines.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams.
• Maintain accurate cost databases and historical records.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed.
• Assist with project handoff to operations after award.
• Manage and oversee estimating team members.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Blueprints reading

Analytical skills

Excel

Estimating software

Communication

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Tools

Accubid

McCormick

Job description

R.D. Graham Electric in the Carolinas is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. You will analyze drawings and specs to determine labor, material, and time requirements, ensuring bids are competitive and profitable.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, taking quantity takes, soliciting quotes, and mentoring the estimating team. Office-based with occasional site visits; travel as needed.