Senior Electrical Estimator: Lead Bids & Value Engineering

Jobtome; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Hospital Confinement

Job summary

R.D. Graham Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead cost estimation for commercial and industrial electrical projects. You will analyze drawings, specs, and docs to determine labor, materials, and timelines, ensuring bids are competitive and profitable.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical estimating, strong proficiency with estimating software and Excel, and excellent communication to support project teams from bid through handoff.

Qualifications

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

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

Blueprint reading

Math & analytics

Communication

Estimating software

Education

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

Tools

Accubid

McCormick

Microsoft Excel

Job description

R.D. Graham Electric is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead cost estimation for commercial and industrial electrical projects. You will analyze drawings, specs, and docs to determine labor, materials, and timelines, ensuring bids are competitive and profitable.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical estimating, strong proficiency with estimating software and Excel, and excellent communication to support project teams from bid through handoff.