Senior Electrical Estimator — Lead Bids & Value Engineering

Upchurch; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Professional development and certifi c1

Job summary

Upchurch is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Mississippi to lead electrical estimating for commercial and industrial projects. You will evaluate drawings and specs, perform takeoffs, and coordinate with preconstruction, vendors, and subs to secure bids and optimize costs.

The role requires 8–12+ years of electrical estimating experience, deep knowledge of electrical systems, and proficiency with Bluebeam and McCormick software.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of electrical estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and low voltage systems.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and McCormick estimating software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, one-lines, and panel schedules.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of electrical cost estimates for commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Perform detailed material, labor, and equipment takeoffs from electrical drawings and specifications using Bluebeam and McCormick software.
• Develop conceptual and design-build budgets during early project phases.
• Solicit, review, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing for electrical scopes.
• Analyze project risks, scope gaps, and constructability issues related to electrical systems.
• Prepare detailed bid proposals, clarifications, and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with project management and operations during handoff and project start-up.
• Maintain historical electrical cost data and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools and processes.
• Review change order pricing and support post-award estimating as needed.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and client presentations as required.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Electrical systems knowledge

Bluebeam

McCormick estimating software

Reading drawings/specifications

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

McCormick estimating software

Job description

Upchurch is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Mississippi to lead electrical estimating for commercial and industrial projects. You will evaluate drawings and specs, perform takeoffs, and coordinate with preconstruction, vendors, and subs to secure bids and optimize costs.

The role requires 8–12+ years of electrical estimating experience, deep knowledge of electrical systems, and proficiency with Bluebeam and McCormick software.