Electrical Estimator

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Full Time Sterling Heights, MI, US

Industrial Electrical Group

Conti LLC delivers the complete lifecycle of industrial construction services, from design/build and preconstruction through field installation, startup, commissioning, training, and ongoing maintenance support. Our team partners with industrial and manufacturing clients to provide high-quality electrical, automation, and construction solutions that drive safety, efficiency, and operational success.

At Conti, we are committed to building lasting client relationships through technical expertise, exceptional project execution, and a culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Conti LLC is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Estimator to join our Industrial Electrical Group. This individual will play a key leadership role in both preconstruction and project execution by developing accurate cost estimates, managing project budgets and schedules, coordinating project resources, and ensuring successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical construction, estimating, project management, and client relationship management. This position offers the opportunity to lead projects from conceptual budgeting and estimating through construction and project closeout.

Reports To: Director
Position Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Local Candidates Preferred

• Prepare complete and accurate estimates by reviewing project drawings, specifications, bid documents, and customer requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Analyze project scope and identify potential risks, gaps, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Resolve discrepancies by gathering and analyzing information from project stakeholders.
• Prepare competitive proposals and bid packages utilizing estimating software such as Accubid, McCormick, or similar platforms.
• Review construction documents, specifications, and project requirements to ensure estimate accuracy and completeness.

• Manage industrial electrical projects from award through completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and staffing plans.
• Identify required resources and assign responsibilities to project team members.
• Coordinate activities between clients, contractors, suppliers, field personnel, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance against established budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Create action plans to address schedule delays, cost impacts, and project risks.
• Track project progress and provide regular status updates to management and clients.
• Review contracts, construction plans, specifications, and scope documents to ensure successful execution.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout project execution.
• Lead project meetings and facilitate communication between office and field teams.
• Interact effectively with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Support business development efforts through excellent customer service and professional project leadership.

• Evaluate change requests and determine project impacts related to cost and schedule.
• Prepare and negotiate change orders.
• Secure customer approvals for scope modifications.
• Monitor labor productivity, procurement…