Senior Estimator NJ & CT

CSG Talent; New Jersey; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

CSG Talent is seeking Electrical Estimators and Senior Estimators for projects in New Jersey and Connecticut. You will develop electrical estimates for utility, substation and commercial/missional‑critical work, from bid review to final submission, taking ownership of major pursuits and collaborating with operations.

This role offers leadership opportunities, the chance to mentor others, and involvement in pricing strategies for high‑value projects.

Qualifications

• Electrical construction estimating experience on the contractor side.
• Background in utility, substation, T&D or high-voltage work, or complex commercial electrical construction.
• Strong knowledge of labor, materials, procurement and field execution.
• Ability to spot scope gaps, challenge assumptions and take ownership of an estimate.
• For Senior Estimators, experience independently leading significant bids and advising on bid strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical estimates from bid review through final submission.
• Complete takeoffs, labor planning and material pricing.
• Review scopes, vendor quotes, subcontractor proposals and project risks.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and help shape competitive bids.
• Partner with project and field teams to ensure a strong handoff.
• At senior level, lead major pursuits and mentor other estimators.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Utility/substation

T&D work

Bid strategy

Mentoring

Job description

Electrical Estimators & Senior Estimator

New Jersey & Connecticut

Senior Estimator & Estimator: $150K-$200K Salary + Benefits Package

An established nationwide leading electrical contractor is looking for experienced estimators to help win and deliver complex utility, substation and commercial / mission-critical electrical projects. This is an opportunity to take real ownership of major pursuits, work closely with operations and influence how projects are priced, planned and built.

The role:

• Develop electrical estimates from bid review through final submission
• Complete takeoffs, labor planning and material pricing
• Review scopes, vendor quotes, subcontractor proposals and project risks
• Identify value engineering opportunities and help shape competitive bids
• Partner with project and field teams to ensure a strong handoff
• At senior level, lead major pursuits and mentor other estimators

What we're looking for:

• Electrical construction estimating experience on the contractor side
• A background in utility, substation, T&D or high-voltage work, or complex commercial electrical construction
• Strong knowledge of labor, materials, procurement and field execution
• The ability to spot scope gaps, challenge assumptions and take ownership of an estimate
• For Senior Estimators, experience independently leading significant bids and advising on bid strategy

Commercial electrical estimators are encouraged to apply. Utility experience is not required if you have a strong background pricing complex electrical projects such as data centers, industrial facilities, healthcare or large commercial builds.

What's on offer:

• Base salary up to $200K, depending on level and experience
• Complex, high-value electrical projects
• Ownership of meaningful pursuits
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced operations and field teams
• Long-term career progression

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