More jobs:
Chief Estimator – Commercial Electrical | NJ | Leading Contractor
Job in
Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listed on 2026-10-20
Listing for:
Gryphon Oakwood
Contract
position Listed on 2026-10-20
Job specializations:
-
Construction
Estimator -
Engineering
Estimator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New Jersey | Remote Considered for the Right Candidate
Gryphon Oakwood is representing a well-established, family-owned electrical contractor seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead its estimating team and oversee preconstruction activities across a portfolio of commercial electrical projects.
This is an opportunity for a senior estimating professional to take ownership of the estimating function, mentor a team of 6–7 estimators, and play a key role in the company's continued growth.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and develop a team of 8+ estimators, providing technical guidance, oversight, and mentorship.
- Oversee estimates and bids for commercial electrical projects from initial review through final submission.
- Take ownership of the estimating process, ensuring accurate, competitive, and comprehensive project pricing.
- Review drawings, specifications, scope requirements, and project documentation to identify risks and opportunities.
- Collaborate with company leadership and project teams to develop bid strategies and support successful project delivery.
- Ensure estimates align with project requirements, budgets, and commercial objectives.
- Help maintain and improve estimating processes, standards, and team performance.
- 12–20+ years of experience in commercial electrical estimating.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop an estimating team.
- Strong experience estimating commercial electrical projects, typically ranging from $8M–$12M, with projects up to $20M.
- Advanced proficiency in Accu Bid is essential, with experience using Live Count also highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage estimates independently and take ownership of projects from start to finish.
- Strong understanding of electrical construction drawings, specifications, take-offs, and bid preparation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Primarily focused on heavy commercial electrical construction. The contractor also undertakes select industrial work.
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×