Senior Electrical Estimator – Takeoffs, Bids & Costing

Control Air Enterprises LLC; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

ESOP

Job summary

Control Air Enterprises LLC is seeking an Electrical Estimator in California to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial and industrial projects. The role involves analyzing drawings, specs, and front-end documents, performing detailed take-offs, and developing competitive proposals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electrical estimating, knowledge of NEC/CEC/California Building Code, and proficiency with estimates software such as ConEst or SureCount, plus strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of NEC, CEC, and California Building Code standards.
• Experience with estimating software such as ConEst and SureCount is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate ITBs to identify projects aligned with company capabilities.
• Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and documentation to prepare accurate time, material, and labor cost estimates.
• Examine specifications and front-end documents to assess scope and pricing impacts.
• Participate in site walks for select opportunities to gather project insights.
• Perform detailed electrical take-offs for commercial and industrial projects.
• Prepare clear, competitive, and well-documented estimates and proposals.
• Develop conceptual estimates and value-engineering options to support project budgeting.
• Generate alternate design solutions as needed to optimize cost and efficiency.
• Solicit, obtain, and evaluate quotes from material suppliers, equipment vendors, and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and designers on estimate adjustments or changes.
• Ensure organized handoffs to Project Managers for seamless project execution.
• Identify risks, scope gaps, and cost impacts during the estimating process.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Electrical estimating knowledge

NEC/CEC/California Building Code

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

ConEst

SureCount

Job description

Control Air Enterprises LLC is seeking an Electrical Estimator in California to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial and industrial projects. The role involves analyzing drawings, specs, and front-end documents, performing detailed take-offs, and developing competitive proposals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electrical estimating, knowledge of NEC/CEC/California Building Code, and proficiency with estimates software such as ConEst or SureCount, plus strong MS Office skills.