Electrical Estimator

Set the Stage for Success

Your unique conceptual skills will support our business development group in continuing to win and execute projects for industry-leading clients.

Are you a seasoned professional seeking to join a team of engaged, forward-looking professionals working in a broad range of industries and systems? The Electrical Estimator (EE) role is your path to career growth and job satisfaction.

More Than a Job

Sil Man is a thriving community of industrial professionals based on the company’s commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and empathy. This fully integrated culture has created a new kind of industrial service company, and our loyal clients continue to come back for more.

Sil Man in the Marketplace

Sil Man Industries is a leading system integration company and is a licensed general contractor in 40+ states. Our team has built a deep portfolio working with leading distribution companies, manufacturers, and municipalities. As an EE, you will continue this legacy by supporting projects such as Multi-site system design and integration for OnTrac;
National program for a leading Automated Singulation Solution;
Pack-out system for ThredUP;
Shipping System for Levi Strauss.

Service Area and Residence

The EE role is hybrid remote/in-office, based in either of Sil Man’s offices in Warren, Michigan, or Tupelo, Mississippi, to support Sil Man’s national footprint.

Travel

Travel will be required for this role, including, but not limited to, project sites, factory training, installation inspections, and system commissioning. Travel is not expected to exceed 35% annually.

What Does the Electrical Estimator Do?

The EE is responsible for defining the scope for electrical installation projects. Working from conceptual layouts, equipment lists, and customer discussions, the estimator develops installation concepts, determines required electrical infrastructure, and prepares comprehensive project estimates.

This position is responsible for defining the electrical scope. Working from conceptual layouts, equipment lists, and customer discussions, the estimator develops installation concepts, determines required electrical infrastructure and prepares comprehensive project estimates, including

• Respond to customer RFQs and prepare estimates for industrial electrical installation projects
• Review equipment layouts, specifications, and customer discussions to define project requirements.
• Develop electrical installation scopes from conceptual customer requirements where complete electrical drawings do not exist.
• Collaborate with customers, project managers, and engineering teams to establish the basis of design for installation projects.
• Determine power distribution, motor control, conduit, cable tray, wiring, grounding, and field installation requirements.
• Create Bill of Materials and labor estimates
• Identify scope gaps, assumptions, and engineering considerations during the quotation process.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and interpret drawings, specifications, technical documentation, as well as RFP/RFQ documentation
• Excel / Spreadsheet proficiency
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, components, installation methods, and relevant codes/standards (e.g., NEC).
• Familiarity with PLC systems, particularly Allen-Bradley Control Logix platforms (understanding architecture, components, and estimating associated costs).

And hands-on experience and understanding with the following:

• 120/208 V, 277/480 V AC power systems
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Raceway and conduit systems
• NEC code compliance
• Electrical takeoffs and labor estimating
• Vendor and subcontractor quotation management
• Electrical installation in industrial manufacturing/construction environments

What We Look for In Candidates

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport
• Customer-centric approach with a history of building long-term relationships
• Human awareness, empathy, and commitment to collective success
• Impeccable follow-up and follow-through
• Technical capacity
• Strong organizational skills

Compensation

Sil Man’s compensation packages are carefully customized based on the candidate’s…