Estimator 1

About Stansell Electric Company

Since 1940, Stansell Electric Company, Inc. has been a leading provider of quality electrical contracting and related services. Today, Stansell Electric continues as a family-owned company with second and third generations carrying the legacy. The core values of the company: Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Enjoyment, Care for Employees, Honesty, and Investing in Resources; are the ultimate legacy established over 80 years ago and carried on by the amazing team today.

How Stansell Makes a Difference

By Growing our People, Serving our Customers, and Building our Communities, we stand out as the leading multi-disciplined electrical contractor and systems integrator in the Southeast. Stansell Electric provides turnkey solutions in the Transportation (Lighting, Signalization, ITS, Navigation), Industrial (Water, Wastewater, Manufacturing/Warehouse, Power), Commercial (High-rise, High-end complexes), and Infrastructure (Duct bank, Substation) markets.

We take pride in our unwavering commitment to Injury Free, Best Tradespeople, and Quality; while building relationships with Owners, Contractors, Architects, Engineers, and other Subcontractors. We have a strong people-first culture, a record-setting safety record, and we leverage technology to enhance the effectiveness of project.

Estimator I - ICU

Position Summary

The Estimator I - ICU is an entry-level estimating position responsible for supporting the preparation of accurate and timely electrical estimates, bids, and proposals for Industrial, Commercial, and Utility (ICU) projects. This role works under the direction of experienced estimators and project leaders while developing foundational skills in electrical estimating, construction documents, supplier pricing, bid preparation, and cost analysis.

The Estimator I supports the estimating team by performing quantity takeoffs, entering costs, obtaining supplier pricing, organizing bid documentation, and assisting with proposal development. This position is expected to develop a strong understanding of electrical construction, estimating processes, company standards, and industry practices while demonstrating professionalism, organization, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Estimating Skills

• Assist with quantity takeoffs for electrical construction projects using drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Learn to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements.
• Enter material, labor, equipment, and other project costs into estimating software.
• Assist with preparing preliminary estimates for small projects or specific portions of larger projects.
• Learn and apply company estimating procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Input estimating data, generate reports, and review cost information using estimating and other software applications.
• Assist senior estimators with reviewing quantities, pricing, and estimate documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop an understanding of electrical construction methods, materials, and installation requirements.
• Identify questions, discrepancies, or missing information in drawings and specifications and communicate them to the appropriate estimator.

2. Bid & Proposal Development

• Assist in preparing bid proposals and bid packages for submission to clients.
• Assemble bid documents and supporting information while ensuring compliance with project and client requirements.
• Assist with maintaining bid schedules and meeting established bid deadlines.
• Support senior estimators throughout the bid process by completing assigned estimating and administrative tasks.
• Assist with organizing proposal documentation, scope information, exclusions, clarifications, and other bid requirements.
• Learn the company's approach to bid strategy, proposal preparation, and estimate presentation.
• Maintain organized and accurate estimating files and documentation.

3. Supplier & Subcontractor Relations

• Contact suppliers and vendors to obtain material and equipment pricing.
• Request, collect, and document supplier quotations and pricing information.
• Assist with comparing supplier quotes and identifying pricing differences or missing information.
• Maintain organized records of supplier communications and quotations.
• Develop professional relationships with suppliers and learn industry pricing practices.
• Escalate pricing concerns, quote discrepancies, or missing information to the appropriate estimator.

4. Risk, Quality & Compliance

• Follow company estimating policies, procedures, and standards.
• Learn and consistently follow established estimating documentation processes.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and complete estimate documentation.
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and consistency before submitting it for review.
• Maintain organized project and bid files.
• Learn to recognize potential estimating risks, scope gaps, exclusions, and inconsistencies.
• Protect confidential company, client, project, and pricing information.
• Support compliance with client requirements, bid instructions, contractual requirements, and company standards.

5. Leadership & Communication

• Support senior estimators and the estimating team in meeting project and bid deadlines.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with suppliers, subcontractors, clients, and internal team members as directed.
• Participate in estimating meetings, project reviews, and team discussions.
• Ask questions and seek guidance when additional information or clarification is needed.
• Demonstrate strong organization and time-management skills.
• Take ownership of assigned estimating tasks and follow through to completion.
• Build professional knowledge through training, coaching, and hands-on estimating experience.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and progressively take on additional estimating responsibilities.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn estimating and construction software.
• Ability to read and understand basic drawings, documents, and written instructions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn electrical construction and estimating practices.

Preferred

• Associate degree, technical education, construction management, engineering, business, or related field.
• Previous construction, electrical, estimating, project coordination, or related experience.
• Familiarity with electrical drawings, specifications, or construction documents.
• Experience with estimating, project management, or construction software.