Electrical Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates specifically for custom luxury residential electrical projects. This role requires close collaboration with project managers, field personnel, vendors, and clients to ensure comprehensive project scopes, precise budgets, and smooth project handoffs. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in high-end residential electrical estimating and is proficient with the McCormick Estimating System.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete and accurate electrical estimates for custom luxury residential projects
• Review architectural, electrical, lighting, and low-voltage plans and specifications
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and labor calculations
• Develop material pricing through supplier quotations and vendor relationships
• Utilize the McCormick Estimating System to prepare detailed bids and proposals
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, and value engineering opportunities
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure seamless turnover from estimating to construction
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client meetings when required
• Maintain organized estimating files and historical cost data
• Stay current with labor costs, material pricing, and industry trends
• Assist management with budgeting, forecasting, and bid strategy

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical estimating experience
• Extensive experience estimating high-end residential electrical projects
• Proficiency with the McCormick Estimating System
• Strong understanding of residential electrical systems, lighting controls, generators, custom homes, service installations, and luxury residential construction
• Ability to interpret architectural and electrical construction documents
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous field experience in high-end residential electrical construction strongly preferred
• Journeyman or Master Electrician background
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar digital takeoff software
• Knowledge of NEC requirements and residential electrical codes
• Experience working with luxury home builders, architects, and designers