Senior Electrical Estimator - U.S.

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Electrical and I&C Estimator to develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates for electrical and I&C systems across building, water, and industrial projects. The role leverages field experience, with a hybrid work policy combining office/project site collaboration and remote work to deliver compelling project outcomes.

Qualified candidates should have 10+ years in electrical/I&C estimating, strong knowledge of estimating tools, and the ability to interpret

Qualifications

• 10+ years of electrical/Instrumentation and controls estimating experience in a related industry.
• Proficiency in MS Project and PDF editors such as Bluebeam.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications and drawings.
• Ability to perform quantity surveys from documents and apply cost factors.
• Experience in conceptual estimating.
• Working knowledge of electrical/I&C codes.
• Strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to foresee events and respond proactively.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates for electrical and I&C systems.
• Interpret plans and specs, generate takeoffs and pricing.
• Apply techniques across civil, structural, and architectural systems.
• Create work breakdown structures for complex projects.
• Write Basis of Estimate describing methods and assumptions.
• Generate takeoffs and calculate costs using rates and data.
• Collect cost data from representatives, subs, and vendors.
• Understand market trends and impacts on estimating.
• Contribute to risk analysis, value engineering and constructability.
• Maintain historical cost data.
• Create cost models for estimating elements.
• Assist lead estimator with reporting and project deliverables.

Skills

Electrical I&C estimating

MS Project

Bluebeam

Reading drawings

Quantity takeoffs

Conceptual estimating

Cost factors

Organizational skills

Tools

Sage Estimating

MS Project

Bluebeam

PDF editing software

Job description

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

A Senior Electrical and I&C Estimator will develop construction cost estimates for buildings/vertical construction, water/wastewater, pump stations and power projects. The role applies practical field experience and constructability expertise to the development of conceptual estimates when minimal design drawing and information are available.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with a hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work. Qualified candidates residing within the United States will be assigned to the nearest Jacobs office within 50 miles.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detail construction cost estimates for all electrical and instrumentation and controls (I&C) systems.
• Interpret plans and specifications from multiple design phases, generate quantity takeoffs and pricing for all systems.
• Apply techniques, procedures, methods and knowledge of civil, structural and architectural construction systems.
• Create a work breakdown structure for complex projects to provide clear cost estimates.
• Write a Basis of Estimate to describe the estimating methodology and assumptions.
• Generate quantity takeoffs and calculate costs using labor rates, production rates, material pricing schedules and historical data.
• Collect cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors and vendors.
• Understand construction market trends and their implications for estimating.
• Contribute to risk analysis, value engineering and constructability exercises.
• Prepare and maintain historical cost data.
• Create cost models for estimating elements.
• Assist lead estimator with reporting functions and assembly of project deliverables.

Here’s what you’ll need

• 10+ years of electrical/Instrumentation and controls estimating experience in a related industry.
• Proficiency in standard office computer systems such as MS Project, PDF file editor programs, Bluebeam, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications and drawings.
• Ability to perform a quality quantity survey from available documents and apply cost factors to calculate a unit price.
• Experience in conceptual estimating.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical/I&C codes.
• Strong organizational skills to meet client deadlines.
• Ability to foresee events and anticipate changes, responding proactively.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience from the oil and gas industry.
• Past experience with “Hard Bid” general contractor estimating.
• Past experience with actual construction of electrical installations.
• Knowledge of Sage Estimating software.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about, including medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus and stock.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $140,000.00 to $175,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.