Senior Electrical Estimator – Renewable Projects

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Estimating Manager to lead bid and estimating activities for solar and renewable projects. You’ll perform take-offs, price complex trades, and collaborate with design and preconstruction teams.

The role emphasizes developing accurate cost options, reviewing drawings and electrical studies, and coordinating with engineers and subcontractors to secure competitive bids. California location with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering with at least 2 years’ equivalent experience.
• General knowledge of electrical principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Working knowledge of estimating tech and tools such as OST, Accubid, Tra-ser, and BIM.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Maintains a value-added approach to estimating.
• Demonstrates McCarthy core values.

Responsibilities

• Support conceptual and detailed design of solar electrical systems.
• Challenge design concepts and present ideas to Precon team.
• Perform quantity take-offs.
• Assist in pricing and bidding of commercial, renewable, substation, and battery storage projects.
• Support team with electrical system design analysis.
• Communicate with engineers and consultants to clarify scope, materials, and schedule.
• Prepare qualifications and assumptions aligned with contract requirements.
• Design review of electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and studies.
• Review electrical studies (load flow, reactive power capability, short circuit, relay coordination and arc flash).
• Conduct site visits and inspections.
• Price value-adding opportunities during milestone design.
• Participate in internal estimate reviews.
• Assist with final assembly of estimate for owner presentation.
• Collect and organize bid information.
• Aid field ops with change order pricing.
• Direct, coordinate, and provide information to subcontractors.
• Prepare subcontract scope documents.
• Prepare contracts for legal and risk reviews.
• Participate in Design Build, Hard Bid and GMP budgeting.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Attend industry events representing McCarthy.
• Maintain relationships with internal clients.
• Keep current with estimating tech and techniques.
• Implement Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action.

Skills

Electrical principles

Read drawings

Bids & GMP

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

OST

Accubid

Tra-ser

BIM

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Estimating Manager to lead bid and estimating activities for solar and renewable projects. You’ll perform take-offs, price complex trades, and collaborate with design and preconstruction teams.

The role emphasizes developing accurate cost options, reviewing drawings and electrical studies, and coordinating with engineers and subcontractors to secure competitive bids. California location with comprehensive benefits.