Estimator, Engineering

About Us

We provide clients full-service electrical preconstruction and construction services, including electrical systems design, alternative energy and energy-management systems, technology services, and facilities-maintenance services.

Job Title: Estimator
Location: Los Alamitos
Reports to: Chief Estimator
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $80K - $135K

Job Location & Core

Hours:

Los Alamitos Office, M-F 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Job assignments in the greater Los Angeles area will be considered.

Prepared By:
Human Resources
Prepared Date:
July 25, 2025

The Estimator works closely with the pre-construction group, division managers and project teams to produce accurate cost estimates. Estimates will be created for project procurement, internal budgets, design cost analysis and project scope changes. This position requires at least 5+ years of Electrical Construction Estimating experience. Strong communication skills are required as part of our business dealing with our clients and internally with our company personnel.

• Develop budget estimates by performing accurate quantity take offs using plans and specifications, or conceptual information.
• Examine the plans and specifications to become familiar with the job and determine the presence of any special features and/or unique requirements.
• Review job sites or plans, measure take-offs to establish quantities of materials needed.
• Complete bids in a timely fashion and in sufficient quantity to attain profitability.
• Prepare bid package and submit to Chief Estimator for final review before submitting to general contractor/client.
• Review estimates from subordinates, make corrections, suggestions or approve as necessary.
• Provide copies of plans, take-offs and all pertinent estimating data, ensuring that drawings, specifications, labor hours/days and special requirements are clear and unambiguous.
• Formulate site requirements and exclusions for bids in conjunction with the Chief Estimator and include in proposals as needed.
• Review and price field change orders as needed in conjunction as requested by the Chief Estimator.
• Determine pricing from the original time schedule to include overtime, delaying the original completion date, number of move-ins, weekend work, etc.
• Review, interpret and accurately estimate the scope of work as described in the project documents.
• Develop RFQ/RFP documents for the solicitation of subcontractor proposal and vendor bids or quotations.
• Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships.
• Evaluate project scope changes and prepare change order estimates.
• Possess a good level of expertise in all phases of electrical and low voltage work.
• Provide value engineering ideas and cost delta.
• Lead page turn exercises during internal kick off meetings.
• Prepare general conditions and terms for proposals.
• Ensure flow of project information is maintained and documented.
• Support senior management by providing needed take-offs, bid preparation, quote solicitations, etc.
• Work and collaborate with Team Members throughout the company for specific project sector needs.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 5+ years of Electrical Estimating experience with an Engineering Degree or Trade School Diploma or Electrical Field Installation experience;
  Design‑Build experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC, Title 24, CBC and local codes required.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.
• Proficiency in Accubid, MS Word and Excel.

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

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