Senior Electrical Estimator

Job Description Job Description Please note; this position is based in our Chino office!

This is not a passive estimating role.

This position is for a senior public works electrical estimator who owns bid strategy, sources work, exercises Go/No-Go judgment, and protects margin . If your background is limited to takeoffs, spreadsheet pricing, or bidding whatever comes down from above, this role will not be a fit .
The Opportunity
So Cal Communications Group is a California public works contractor with a strong reputation in the public sector. We are expanding our electrical division and are hiring a senior estimator to play a foundational, high-trust role in its growth. This is a seat at the table—not a support role.
Our Values (This Is How We Operate)
Relationships : We win through trust
Integrity : We do whats right
Safety : We never compromise safety
Excellence : We deliver exceptional value
If these arent your values, this isnt your company.
Compensation & Structure
Base salary: $160,000 – $180,000
Performance-based bonus
Direct access to ownership with real influence over project selection
Flexible, trust-based work environment
Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO)
Reports directly to the President
What You Will Own
Bid strategy and Go/No-Go recommendations for public works electrical projects
A disciplined bid pipeline focused on qualified, winnable work
Risk evaluation, pricing strategy, and margin protection
Post-bid analysis and continuous improvement
Advisory input to ownership on which projects the company pursues
This role is accountable for judgment , not just output.
What You Will Do
Estimate 8-12 public works projects monthly ($500K-$3M each)
Lead end-to-end estimating for public works projects
Perform takeoffs, labor analysis, scope reviews, and risk assessments
Source and pursue work through bid platforms, agencies, and GC relationships
Engage directly with general contractors and industry partners
Own the number from bid to handoff
Ensure clean scope handoff to project management
Build estimating system that scales
What Success Looks Like
Maintains a qualified, selective public works bid pipeline
Exercises disciplined Go/No-Go judgment
Wins work without sacrificing margin
Becomes a trusted strategic partner to ownership
Improves estimating discipline as volume increases
Performance is measured by bid quality, margin outcomes, and judgment —not bid volume alone.
What You Bring
10+ years of public works electrical estimating experience
Proven California public works wins of $1M+ projects
Expert in prevailing wage rates, certified payroll, DIR compliance, and public agency bidding procedures
Success estimating prevailing wage electrical work
Proficient in Accubid, Bluebeam, PlanetBids, BidNet Direct, and/or agency-specific portals
Strong understanding of public procurement, risk, and bid strategy
Comfortable operating with autonomy, accountability, and visibility
Willing and able to decline bad work
Why This Role Matters
The estimator hired into this role will either accelerate growth for the next 5–7 years or materially slow it down . We are looking for someone who wants ownership, influence, and responsibility—not cover.
Location: Onsite – This position is based out of our headquarters in Chino, California. The estimator will prepare bids from the office and attend occasional job walks throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding areas.
Travel Requirement: 10-15% local travel for site walks and pre-bid meetings.
Schedule
Full-Time
Monday to Friday, Flexible Day Hours (typically 8 AM–5 PM)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.