Senior Estimator - Industrial Electrical

Loenbro

Westminster (CO)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Loenbro is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Westminster, CO. This role involves providing full electrical estimating and proposal preparation for industrial facilities, including managing bidding processes and leading the estimating effort for projects up to $100M.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience within the Electrical field and possess strong communication and organizational skills, ensuring accurate proposals are generated effectively.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in cost estimating within the Electrical field.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage estimating efforts for various projects.
Prepare full-scope estimates for projects up to $100M in value.
Ensure all documentation supports estimate figures.

Skills

Cost estimating

Electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

5+ years of heavy industrial or process-facility experience

Tools

AccuBid estimating software

Job description

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Estimating
Location: Westminster, CO

Employment Type: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long‑standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary

The Senior Electrical Estimator will be responsible for providing full electrical estimating and proposal preparation for all types of industrial facilities, including both new construction and maintenance, for projects up to $100M in value. Estimates will cover all types of contracts in the energy, mining, power, manufacturing, pulp/paper, agricultural, pharma, and other industries which Loenbro serves.

Leading and managing entire estimating effort for specific project or region.
Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk through various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal.
Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer.
Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production‑based estimates.
Prepare full‑scope estimates on small, medium, and large‑scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner.
Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation.
Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures.
Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids.
Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals.
Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Chief Estimator.
Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback
Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates)
Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

5+ years of heavy industrial or process‑facility experience in cost estimating and cost control within the Electrical field, with strong knowledge of estimating techniques and engineering disciplines required to perform work.
Must be able to estimate all types and sizes of projects while preparing complex proposals with minimal supervision and demonstrating knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates.
Ability to travel periodically to job sites as required and must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills, solid organizational capabilities, the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and the capacity to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround timelines on estimates.

Preferred

Water/Wastewater experience preferred.
Experience with AccuBid estimating software preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights).
Exposure to elements & weather, when applicable.
Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time monthly for required tasks
Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:
Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
Standing, Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel
Use of respirator if position requires
If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team: