Civil / Electrical Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $105,000 - $125,000 Salary

Why Work Here?

At Studebaker Electric, Inc., we specialize in public infrastructure and heavy civil electrical work, including airfield lighting, roadway lighting & signals, and underground utilities. Were looking for an estimator who understands how projects are built and can develop accurate, competitive bids from start to finish. Youll be a key part of a growing company, working on complex public works projects, with the opportunity to take real ownership of your work and make an impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, think critically, and take pride in building strong estimates, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Own bids start to finish
• Review plans, specs, and addenda to fully understand project scope
• Producecomplete takeoffs
  in a clean, consistent, organized format (per company standards)
• Develop accurate estimates in HeavyBid from start to finish
• Identify scope gaps, conflicts, and risks; ask the right questions early
• Proactively engage with General Contractors to clarify scope, resolve ambiguities, and ensure proper coordination of our work within the overall project
• Solicit and level subcontractor quotes
• Procure and analyze material pricing
• Evaluate multiple means & methods to build the job most efficiently
• Incorporate local conditions (labor rates, night work, access constraints, etc.)
  
• Prepare and submit bids on time
• Continuously improve estimate quality, organization, and processes
  

Qualifications & Skills Requirements:

• 2 years minimum experience as an estimator in electrical, heavy civil, or underground utilities
• Strong preference for candidates from infrastructure / public works / utility contractors
• Experience with HeavyBid is preferred
• Proficient in Bluebeam
• Solid understanding of:
  • Underground construction (conduit, pull boxes, foundations, trenching)
  • Subcontractor scopes and procurement
  • Material takeoffs and pricing
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications independently
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Organized and able to follow structured estimating systems
• Effective communicator who can escalate questions appropriately
• Strong computer skills and overall technical proficiency

Benefits Include: Medical/Vision/Dental, 2 Weeks PTO (on an accrued basis), 1 Week sick, 401k with 4% Match, Merit based bonuses