Electrical Estimator

Growing Established Electrical Contractor Seeking Electrical Estimator for Northern California

We are a well‑established, union‑certified electrical contractor with decades of experience in the Greater Sacramento region. Our team recently expanded by acquiring a respected local firm in Rancho Cordova, where this position is based.

We deliver high‑quality industrial, commercial, and residential electrical solutions, specializing in design‑build projects, complex installations, Title 24 compliance, EV charging, and more.

Benefits:
You will work on diverse, high‑impact projects from hospitals and industrial facilities to commercial buildings and EV charging installations, within a safety‑focused, collaborative team that values your expertise. Advancement, mentorship, and technical responsibility are available in a growing company with a strong reputation.

Location:

Rancho Cordova, Northern California. Salary: $105,000 – $125,000 per year.

• Review and analyze project plans and specifications to determine scope and requirements of electrical projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment in a timely manner.
• Solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing.
• Stay current with industry trends, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with supervisors to review bids, discuss labor materials, subcontractors, and final cost sheets.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and evaluate pre‑fab solutions, making recommendations where appropriate.
• Work with project managers to develop project budgets.
• Create labor tracking cost codes and schedule of values for awarded projects.
• Organize and review the project folder for ease of transition to operations.
• Review the scope of work, vendor and subcontractor quotes, post‑bid RFPs, and RFIs.
• Price change orders as needed by operations.

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator, preferably 5 + years in the field.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications.
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of industry trends, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Ability to identify cost‑saving opportunities and make recommendations.
• Experience organizing and reviewing project folders for ease of transition to operations.
• Ability to review and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes, post‑bid RFPs, and RFIs.
• Experience pricing change orders as needed by operations.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Harassment of applicants or employees on the basis of any of these protected categories is prohibited.