Electrical Estimator

Employment Type: Full-Time


FSLA: Salary/Exempt


Division: Estimating


Department: Estimating


Reports to: Chief Estimator


Supervisory Duties: Yes


Salary Range: $115,000 - $140,000

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator with ~10+ years of experience specializing in electrical construction. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in electrical estimating and electrical scope development across all phases of design-from conceptual budgeting through GMP and bid execution.

This role requires a strong understanding of electrical systems, constructability, and cost drivers, as well as the ability to lead electrical estimating efforts independently while collaborating with internal teams, engineers, and trade partners.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for a variety of projects, at varying levels of design including conceptual estimates, SD/DD/CD estimates, bid proposals, and Guaranteed Maximum Prices (GMPs).
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure estimates align with project goals and budgets.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings to determine project requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry costs, material pricing, and labor rates.
• Prepare detailed and accurate electrical cost estimates across all phases of design, including conceptual, SD, DD, CD, bid, and GMP deliverables.
• Develop and manage electrical scope narratives, assumptions, qualifications, and exclusions to support estimates and risk mitigation.
• Analyze electrical systems including:
• Utility service and coordination
• Medium- and low-voltage distribution
• Emergency/standby power (generators, paralleling gear, UPS)
• Lighting and lighting controls
• Grounding, bonding, and life safety systems
• Low-voltage systems (Divisions 27/28) as required for scope alignment.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing for major electrical components including switchgear, feeders, branch distribution, equipment connections, lighting, and low voltage systems.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals, conduct bid leveling, and support procurement strategy for electrical trades.
• Review design documents to identify scope gaps, inconsistencies, and cost/schedule impacts.
• Lead electrical pricing for large-scale projects such as healthcare, life sciences, residential, data centers, higher education, and commercial buildings.
• Coordinate with estimating team members across MEP trades to ensure complete and coordinated system pricing.
• Maintain and update electrical cost databases, unit pricing, and historical project benchmarks.
• Identify value engineering opportunities, constructability improvements, and cost-saving alternatives.
• Support master planning, feasibility studies, and infrastructure assessments for electrical systems.

Key Skills

• Strong knowledge of electrical trade, with some experience with other MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing).
• Experience developing estimates for conceptual/preliminary plans, design development and GMPs.
• Familiarity with decarbonization and sustainable construction techniques.
• Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with a team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Required Experience

• BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 3 years of experience in estimating field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction estimating (contractor or CM/GC environment preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel.
• Proficiency in specialized estimating software.
• Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing.