Electrical Estimator

Birkel Electric – Chesterfield, MO

Full-Time | Salary + Performance Incentives

Since 1967, Birkel Electric has delivered high-quality commercial and industrial electrical solutions throughout the St. Louis region. With over 170 employees and a growth-focused leadership team, we specialize in industrial facilities, healthcare, education, manufacturing, multi-family, and complex commercial environments.

We are building a high-level, performance-driven estimating team to support our continued expansion.

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and multifamily electrical projects. This role focuses exclusively on preconstruction and bidding activities and does not carry project management responsibilities after award.

The ideal candidate understands real-world installation practices, labor productivity, material procurement, and risk evaluation — and can translate that knowledge into accurate, margin-focused estimates.

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Develop labor projections and production assumptions
• Build complete cost estimates using industry-standard software
• Identify scope gaps, risk exposures, and value engineering opportunities
• Participate in bid strategy meetings with leadership
• Prepare proposal documents and scope clarifications
• Maintain organized bid files and documentation
• Support turnover meetings to Project Management after award

• Working knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Field experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Understanding of labor productivity and job cost structure
• Proficiency with estimating software (Accubid, Con Est, Bluebeam, etc.) preferred
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with PMs and leadership

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based incentives tied to estimate accuracy and awarded work
• Company paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Stable, growth-focused company environment
• Clear advancement path to Preconstruction Manager

We prioritize disciplined execution, margin performance, and long-term client relationships. Our estimating team plays a critical role in protecting company profitability and setting projects up for success before boots hit the ground.

If you want to be part of a company that values strong preconstruction leadership — not just low bids — this is the environment for you.