Senior Electrical Estimator – Residential & Light-Commercial

HomePro, Inc.; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and growth

Job summary

HomePro, based in Texas, is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to support residential and light-commercial projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, perform plan takeoffs, analyze drawings, and develop cost models to ensure competitive, profitable bids.

Responsibilities include collaborating with project teams, maintaining bid files, and supporting pre-bid activities. The role requires strong NEC knowledge, 5–7 years of estimating experience, and proficiency with estimating software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of electrical estimating experience in residential construction or similar markets.
• Proven ability to perform accurate material takeoffs and produce comprehensive bid packages.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and local jurisdictions; familiarity with residential systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for residential and light-commercial electrical projects including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Perform takeoffs from plans, blueprints, and specifications using digital tools and manual methods.
• Analyze drawings and site conditions to identify scope, constructability issues, and change order potential.
• Develop cost models, unit pricing, and quantity assumptions to support bids.
• Collaborate with project managers, field supervisors, procurement, and sales to validate estimates and scope.
• Track historical costs and maintain estimating templates and bid files.
• Prepare proposal documentation, bid forms, and supporting exhibits for submission.
• Review subcontractor quotes and solicit bids when required.
• Support pre-bid meetings, site visits, and bid period inquiries.
• Identify risk items and contingencies.

Skills

Estimating expertise

NEC knowledge

Takeoffs

PlanSwift

Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher in construction management/electrical technology

Tools

PlanSwift

Accubid

ConEst

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HomePro, based in Texas, is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to support residential and light-commercial projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, perform plan takeoffs, analyze drawings, and develop cost models to ensure competitive, profitable bids.

Responsibilities include collaborating with project teams, maintaining bid files, and supporting pre-bid activities. The role requires strong NEC knowledge, 5–7 years of estimating experience, and proficiency with estimating software.