Senior Electrical Estimator - Utility Construction

Senior Electrical Estimator

Find Talent is seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Estimator to join a well-established organization that specializes in critical infrastructure projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead large-scale electrical estimating efforts, ensuring the accuracy and success of project bids while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive healthcare plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Accident & critical illness insurance
• Student loan payment assistance & 529 college savings program
• Company-paid life & AD&D insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Employee assistance program

Responsibilities:

• Analyze project requirements, customer proposals, and bid documents to develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates for large-scale electrical projects.
• Lead and manage the estimating process, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with customer expectations and business goals.
• Coordinate with various project management teams to gather input and validate estimates for complex, multi-phase projects.
• Prepare comprehensive and well-organized estimate proposals, including stipulated price, design-build, and construction/project management approaches.
• Present project proposals to potential clients, addressing options, costs, and feasibility to align with their expectations.
• Provide detailed project documentation to project management teams for seamless execution and cost control.
• Oversee the development of project budgets from conceptual and schematic design through final estimation, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Mentor and guide estimating team members, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring best practices are upheld.
• Monitor ongoing projects, cost changes, unit pricing, and job tracking to ensure budget adherence and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, internal teams, and customers to support current and future projects.
• Continuously refine and enhance estimating processes and methodologies for improved efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience in electrical construction).
• 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating and project management within an industrial electrical contracting environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and develop detailed project cost estimates.
• Proficiency in technical documentation, contract review, and proposal development.
• Solid understanding of construction methodologies, industry regulations, and union agreements.
• Expertise in estimating and project management software; experience with Bluebeam, HCSS Heavy Job, Primavera, and MS Project is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and problem-solving capabilities with a detail-oriented and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven Senior Electrical Estimator looking to contribute to impactful projects and work within a supportive and growth-oriented team. If you have the expertise and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply today!