Senior Electrical Estimator – Lead & Impact Projects

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC; Pawtucket (RI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC is seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Project Manager to lead cost estimation and project execution in Rhode Island. You will review blueprints, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and prepare proposals to win work.

The role requires strong leadership, a minimum of five years in electrical construction project management, and an associate degree in construction management or related field.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in electrical construction project management.
• Ability to lead and motivate project teams.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical cost estimates for construction projects.
• Review blueprints, specifications, and documents to identify requirements and scope.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and subcontractors to gather details for estimates.
• Evaluate bids for cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Maintain historical data to improve future estimate accuracy.
• Identify project risks and provide mitigation recommendations.
• Prepare and submit proposals by deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical project mgmt

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Timberline

Job description

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to join our Electrical Division in Pawtucket, RI. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical construction projects. This role collaborates with clients, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams throughout the bidding and preconstruction process to support successful project pursuits. The position provides leadership in cost analysis, scope review, value engineering, subcontractor and supplier solicitation, and bid strategy development while helping ensure projects are positioned for successful execution, profitability, and client satisfaction.

Essential Duties:

• Develop detailed electrical cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Review project blueprints, specifications, drawings, and related documentation to determine scope, identify risks, and develop accurate pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to gather information and ensure comprehensive bid preparation.
• Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure compliance with project requirements and competitive pricing.
• Prepare complete bid packages and proposals, ensuring timely and accurate submission in accordance with client requirements and deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering, cost savings, and risk mitigation during the estimating and preconstruction process.
• Maintain and leverage historical estimating data, unit costs, and project records to support continuous improvement and estimate accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in electrical construction estimating, project management, or a closely related field.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, materials, labor productivity, estimating practices, and contract documents.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project plans.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Sage Timberline, Bluebeam, Accubid, or similar estimating and construction management software preferred.
• Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be accepted.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical construction projects, value engineering, cost analysis, and bid preparation is highly desirable.

About Arden Building Companies, LLC:

Arden Building Companies, LLC is the holding company for Arden Engineering Constructors, Corporate Mechanical of New England, Earthwise Energy Technologies, MJ Daly, and Unique Metal Works. Our comprehensive skill sets cover a wide range of services, including mechanical, electrical, and fire protection construction, service, maintenance, and building automation. With our extensive experience and talented teams, we provide the utmost level of quality and solutions for the demands of today’s complex building systems. We are New England’s premier mechanical contractor.

Arden Building Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our success directly reflects the skills, experience, and dedication our people. To help them succeed, we strive to provide a positive, productive work environment based upon both mutual respect and a commitment to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. All our employees share the responsibility for supporting our policies for a harassment-free and drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check, driving record, and a 5-panel drug screen, satisfactory to Arden Building Companies, LLC policies.