Senior Electrical Estimator - Lead High-Profile Projects

Davis H Elliot Company, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Lineman Apprenticeship program

Paid Vacation

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team.

You will prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical and telecommunications construction projects, working with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to secure successful projects and support operational excellence. You will lead estimating efforts for large, complex projects, develop comprehensive cost estimates, review drawings and contracts, and mentor estimators.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical construction systems, methods, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated success estimating large commercial, industrial, utility, or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Accubid and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts for large, complex, and high-profile projects.
• Develop comprehensive labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project requirements.
• Evaluate project risks and develop pricing strategies.
• Prepare and present bid reviews to management.
• Lead, coach, and support estimators and estimating co-ops.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Participate in project handoff and pre-construction planning activities.
• Assist with estimating process improvements, standards, and database development.
• Track market trends and analyze historical cost data to improve estimate accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Mentoring

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Job description

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team.

You will prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical and telecommunications construction projects, working with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to secure successful projects and support operational excellence. You will lead estimating efforts for large, complex projects, develop comprehensive cost estimates, review drawings and contracts, and mentor estimators.