Senior Electrical Estimator — Lead Bids & Cost Strategy

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

Job summary

R.D. Graham Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical projects. You will analyze drawings, specs, and docs to determine labor, materials, and schedules, guiding bids to profitability.

Responsibilities include take-offs, vendor quotes, bid packaging, risk assessment, and coordination with project teams. Experience with NEC familiarity and design-build projects is a plus; on-site visits may be required

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

Commercial/industrial electrical

Blueprints reading

Mathematical/analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Estimating software (Accubid, McCormick)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

R.D. Graham Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical projects. You will analyze drawings, specs, and docs to determine labor, materials, and schedules, guiding bids to profitability.

Responsibilities include take-offs, vendor quotes, bid packaging, risk assessment, and coordination with project teams. Experience with NEC familiarity and design-build projects is a plus; on-site visits may be required