Senior Electrical Estimator - NJ Contractor

CSG Talent; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading electrical contracting company in New Jersey as a Senior Electrical Estimator. You will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for complex electrical systems, collaborating with teams, and ensuring project success. This role offers full-time, on-site work with excellent union benefits and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Full Union Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating.
• Experience with projects in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, data centers, or substations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for electrical systems.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids and assist with scope reviews.
• Attend project kickoff and handoff meetings.

Skills

Estimating

Electrical

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

ConEst

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Senior Electrical Estimator
Edison, NJ
Full-Time | On-Site | Full Union Benefits

About the Company
Join one of New Jersey's leading providers of comprehensive electrical construction and telecommunications services. With over five decades of experience, we specialize in high-performance infrastructure solutions across data centers, healthcare facilities, substations, financial institutions, and more. From design-build to installation and ongoing maintenance, we deliver technical excellence and trusted service.

About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to join our team in Edison, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating complex electrical systems including power, lighting, and medium-voltage distribution - ideally within industries such as pharmaceuticals, hospitals, and data centers. You'll play a key role in developing accurate, competitive estimates and supporting project success from the preconstruction phase through to execution.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for electrical power and lighting systems

Perform quantity take-offs and assign material and labor values

Source vendor pricing for specialty equipment and materials

Collaborate in estimate reviews and monitor cost trends vs. final estimates

Evaluate subcontractor bids and assist with scope reviews

Participate in scope changes, field orders, and change order pricing

Attend project kickoff and handoff meetings

Occasionally travel to job sites as needed

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in electrical estimating

Experience with projects in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, data centers, or substations

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of ConEst is a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Join Us?

Industry Leadership: Be part of a team known for delivering critical infrastructure solutions that power some of the most demanding environments in New Jersey.

Career Growth: Work with a supportive leadership team that encourages development, cross-functional learning, and advancement opportunities.

Expert Team: Collaborate with seasoned professionals in a workplace that values expertise, craftsmanship, and teamwork.

Challenging Projects: Contribute to high-profile, technically complex projects that keep your work exciting and impactful.

Stability & Support: Join a company backed by a strong national organization - offering you the resources and backing of a larger network with the close-knit feel of a local team.

Senior Electrical Estimator
Edison, NJ
Full-Time | On-Site | Full Union Benefits

About the Company
Join one of New Jersey's leading providers of comprehensive electrical construction and telecommunications services. With over five decades of experience, we specialize in high-performance infrastructure solutions across data centers, healthcare facilities, substations, financial institutions, and more. From design-build to installation and ongoing maintenance, we deliver technical excellence and trusted service.

About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to join our team in Edison, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating complex electrical systems including power, lighting, and medium-voltage distribution - ideally within industries such as pharmaceuticals, hospitals, and data centers. You'll play a key role in developing accurate, competitive estimates and supporting project success from the preconstruction phase through to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for electrical power and lighting systems

• Perform quantity take-offs and assign material and labor values

• Source vendor pricing for specialty equipment and materials

• Collaborate in estimate reviews and monitor cost trends vs. final estimates

• Evaluate subcontractor bids and assist with scope reviews

• Participate in scope changes, field orders, and change order pricing

• Attend project kickoff and handoff meetings

• Occasionally travel to job sites as needed

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating

• Experience with projects in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, data centers, or substations

• Electrical Engineering degree preferred

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of ConEst is a plus

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Join Us?

• Industry Leadership: Be part of a team known for delivering critical infrastructure solutions that power some of the most demanding environments in New Jersey.

• Career Growth: Work with a supportive leadership team that encourages development, cross-functional learning, and advancement opportunities.

• Expert Team: Collaborate with seasoned professionals in a workplace that values expertise, craftsmanship, and teamwork.

• Challenging Projects: Contribute to high-profile, technically complex projects that keep your work exciting and impactful.

• Stability & Support: Join a company backed by a strong national organization - offering you the resources and backing of a larger network with the close-knit feel of a local team.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Estimating, Electrical, Electrical Contracting

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Finance, and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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