Senior Electrical Estimator – Lead Large-Scale Projects

gpac; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid vacation

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Bonus potential

Job summary

gpac, a national executive search firm, has been retained by a local electrical contractor in the Phoenix area to find a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their team.

The Senior Estimator will lead the bid process for large-scale commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, develop comprehensive estimates, and mentor junior staff. The role requires deep technical knowledge, strong cost control, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical estimating experience with an electrical contractor.
• Experience estimating commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
• Proficiency with Accubid, McCormick, or Conest.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and cost control.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
• Leadership or senior estimating experience.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process for large-scale electrical projects.
• Review specs, drawings, and scope to prepare competitive bids.
• Perform detailed take-offs for materials and labor.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and field teams for project execution.
• Analyze historical cost data and supplier pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs.
• Manage vendor, subcontractor, and client pricing.
• Mentor junior estimators and provide guidance.
• Support value engineering to optimize costs.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Vendor management

Leadership

Blueprint interpretation

Cost control

Tools

Accubid

McCormick

Conest

Job description

gpac, a national executive search firm, has been retained by a local electrical contractor in the Phoenix area to find a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their team.

The Senior Estimator will lead the bid process for large-scale commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, develop comprehensive estimates, and mentor junior staff. The role requires deep technical knowledge, strong cost control, and collaboration with project teams.