Commercial Electrical Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Electrical Estimator – Deliver Accurate Projections for Premier Commercial and Industrial Projects

Job Overview

• Company: 1electric LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $80,000 - $95,000 per year
• Location: Atlanta, GA
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, healthcare, industrial, data center, solar, tenant improvement, and design-build projects
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver's license

The Opportunity

You will play a pivotal role in securing new business and driving growth by delivering precise, competitive cost estimates. Working closely with executive leadership, your expertise directly impacts the company's profitability and market expansion. This position offers a direct path to showcase your technical skills within a collaborative, family-oriented environment.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Formulate comprehensive project estimates by calculating labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Analyze architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings to determine precise project scopes.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations to ensure optimal pricing and coverage alignment.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to provide clients with strategic cost-saving alternatives.
• Author detailed bid proposals, scope letters, qualifications, and pricing summaries for management review.
• Facilitate seamless project turnover meetings to support project management teams post-award.
• Cultivate lasting relationships with general contractors, engineers, and suppliers across Metro Atlanta.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated electrical estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems and construction methods.
• Deep understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital file management systems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong time management capabilities.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the Metro Atlanta area.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture.
• Experience utilizing industry software such as Accubid, McCormick, Stack, or Bluebeam.
• Proven track record estimating design-build and negotiated projects.
• Prior estimating experience with solar, healthcare, data centers, or mission-critical facilities.
• Background performing project management duties within an electrical contracting firm.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary complemented by performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid vacation time and company-observed holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Structured professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Defined career growth tracks within a rapidly growing minority-owned firm.

About Us

At 1electric LLC, we specialize in high-quality electrical contracting services for commercial, government, and union clients. As a family-oriented company, we prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term growth. We are fully committed to supporting our team members through structured development and a welcoming workplace culture.

1electric LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.