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Chief Electrical Estimator
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Itasca, DuPage County, Illinois, 60143, USA
Listed on 2026-09-09
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Jobtailor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-09
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Estimator, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Lead the full estimating process for complex electrical projects, from bid review through final proposal
- Evaluate drawings, specifications, and scope to build complete, accurate cost estimates
- Partner with project managers, engineers, and preconstruction teams to align estimates with execution strategies
- Mentor and coach estimators to develop technical expertise and confidence
- Build strong relationships with vendors to obtain competitive pricing and insights
- Contribute to project pursuit and estimating strategy, competitiveness, and innovation
- Deliver accurate, complete estimates on time
- Help establish realistic budgets and achievable goals for field teams
- 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and industry standards
- Experience with commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
- Proficiency in estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, and specifications
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field—or equivalent hands-on experience
- 7–10 years working with electrical systems in commercial or mission-critical construction
- Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, and NETA standards
- Experience managing QAQC across Levels 1–3 on electrical projects
- Ability to interpret one-lines, riser diagrams, panel schedules, and coordination studies
- Proficiency with QA tools (Procore, BIM 360, Smartsheet, CMMS)
- Strong communication skills to lead issue resolution with contractors, engineers, commissioning agents, and clients
- Certifications such as PE (Electrical), LEED, ASPE, or CPE are bonus points
- Experience with data centers, hospitals, or advanced manufacturing projects is a bonus
- Local vendor and subcontractor relationships in Georgia and the Southeast are a bonus
Demonstrates extensive expertise in electrical estimating, including the ability to evaluate complex drawings and specifications, mentor teams, and deliver accurate cost estimates on time. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and managing QAQC processes while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
Highest-signal resume keywords- Electrical Estimating
- NEC Knowledge
- Estimating Software Proficiency
- Leadership Experience
- QAQC Management
- Electrical Estimating
- Cost Estimation
- Reading Electrical Drawings
- Interpreting Specifications
- Budget Establishment
- Project Pursuit Strategy
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Estimating Software (Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam)
- QAQC Management
- Electrical Systems Knowledge
- Strong Communication Skills
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- PE (Electrical)
- LEED
- ASPE
- CPE
- NEC
- NFPA
- IEEE
- NETA
- Commercial Projects
- Industrial Projects
- Mission-Critical Projects
- Data Centers
- Hospitals
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Procore
- BIM 360
- Smartsheet
- CMMS
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