Electrical Estimator

Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates At Interstates, we don’t just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we’re doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you’re bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you’ll feel at home here. Are you an electrician who is ready to bring your years of field experience and knowledge from installing electrical systems, and apply them in an office environment with an industry leader? Then our Electrical Estimator role is a perfect fit for you! As an Electrical Estimator at Interstates, you will continue to grow and demonstrate those skills by developing timely and accurate cost estimates across a variety of industries and electrical installations for our clients. The variety of clients and industries that Interstates serves keeps our electrical estimators at the leading edge of the latest designs, code, and electrical systems for the industry. Interstates Describes Its Culture as Family‑Like Caring co‑workers treat each other like family Be treated like an individual, not just a number Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work life Lunch gatherings and social activities promote fun and camaraderie Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates Our Why: Providing opportunities for our people Making a difference with our clients Pursuing a better way Sound too good to be true? Put in your application today, and allow Interstates to prove to you why we are an Industry Leader in more ways than one. Check out a Day in the Life of an Estimator Responsibilities: The estimating department is responsible for producing project‑specific construction estimates based on written and/or oral instructions from our clients. Your role in this process will be as follows: Develop accurate and timely electrical construction estimates on which we base competitive bids and proposals for our client‑base customers. Analyze and interpret detailed drawings and specifications. Determine and price value‑engineered alternatives to plans and specifications. Perform budget pricing from schematic drawings and narrative. Draft scope letters, proposals and vendor solicitations. Attend job walks; pre‑bid meetings; collaborations and conferences with clients and design professionals. Work under deadline pressures in an efficient, composed and calm manner. Additional Essential Functions: Work alongside other estimators, project managers and project engineers on change‑orders and cost‑to‑complete estimates of on‑going projects. Help create and communicate company standards for estimating electrical design/build and plans and specs work. Additional duties as assigned by management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience with the following software: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge and proficiency with Code requirements and basic electrical engineering calculations; Voltage‑drop, Ohm’s law, conduit‑fill, wire ampacity, de‑rating, etc. is a plus. Analytical, problem‑solving mentality. Team player, self‑motivated, gets along well with supervisors, peers and subordinates. Excellent verbal and written communication. Able to track and organize project and information. Able to calculate figures and amounts. Possesses sound judgement skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize work. 2 years of Electrical or Electrical Estimating experience. Education: A high school diploma or GED is required, but additional education or experience in Estimating, Construction Management, Finance or Business Administration or other equivalent studies is preferred. Compensation: $70,000–$85,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications, with bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Location: This role will be based out of Tulsa, OK office. Travel: This role requires some occasional travel to job sites near Tulsa, OK, per business needs and requirements (10%). Benefits of Working at Interstates: 401(k) Retirement Plan + Company Match Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits (Short & Long‑Term Disability, Group Life Insurance, and more) Company Discount Perk Program (Access to discounts with renown brands across the country) Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay, Flexible Schedule (Support work/life balance) Bonus Incentives (End of Fiscal Year Incentives and Merit Increases) Family & safety culture – a team that cares about you as a whole person, not just what you do at work Company Sponsored Holiday Events, Team Celebrations, and Community Outreach Volunteer Time Advancement Opportunities unique to our employee's long‑term goals Continued education for licensed electricians Career Coaching Not treated like a number, you are apart of our FAMILY What You Should Know Before You Apply Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see our Privacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice. Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug‑free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at‑will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr