Electrical Estimator

Electrical Estimator (Mid-Level & High-Level)

Locations:
Romeoville, IL or Downtown Nashville, TN

Industry: Electrical Construction – Commercial & Industrial

Bonus Electric is a rapidly growing electrical contractor that has expanded from $25M to nearly $200M in annual revenue within five years . We partner on large-scale commercial and industrial projects, including data centers, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, office buildings, retail developments, and major infrastructure projects for nationally recognized clients.

We are seeking both Mid-Level Electrical Estimators and High Level Electrical Estimators to support our continued growth and increasing project portfolio.

• Mid-Level Estimator: $95,000 - $120,000
• Upper-Level Estimator: $120,000 - $145,000

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. This role works closely with project managers, field leadership, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure estimates align with project scope, schedule, and client requirements.

Higher-level candidates may also provide leadership, mentorship, and support to estimating teams.

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates, takeoffs, and bid proposals
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Perform comprehensive cost analysis and pricing evaluation
• Utilize Accubid Enterprise (or similar estimating software) to develop accurate estimates
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and preconstruction teams
• Support design-build and negotiated project opportunities
• Ensure compliance with NEC standards and industry best practices
• Assist in developing bid strategies to improve project competitiveness

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience
• Strong knowledge of commercial and/or industrial electrical construction
• Experience using Accubid Enterprise or similar estimating software
• Understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements
• Experience with electrical takeoffs, bid preparation, and cost analysis
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Leadership or team management experience
• Preconstruction experience
• Bluebeam Revu proficiency
• Design-build project experience
• Vendor and subcontractor bid solicitation experience

• Competitive compensation
• 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and families
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization
• Collaborative, family-owned culture with less bureaucracy and more impact
• Exposure to high-profile commercial, industrial, and data center projects

This is primarily an office-based position in either Romeoville, IL or Downtown Nashville, TN. Occasional site visits may be required to meet with project teams and support active projects.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Employer-paid medical insurance (employee + dependents) Employer-paid dental and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave Education assistance program Annual company events

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.