Senior Electrical Estimator

AJ Kirkwood and Associates, Inc

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years estimating electrical commercial construction projects required
  • Experience with Procore, Trimble Accubid, and Bluebeam preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Professional presentation skills to represent the company

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate Electrical Estimators on project assignments
  • Prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects
  • Review plans and documents to establish scope and estimate needs
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and develop various types of estimates
  • Analyze cost risks like logistics and weather impacts
  • Participate in job walks and bid presentations
  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors
  • Collaborate with management for planning and scheduling decisions
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of bids

Benefits

  • 6 paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan
  • ESOP participation
  • Medical insurance with Anthem options
  • Dental insurance with multiple plans
  • Vision insurance through Guardian
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support
  • Supplemental health program options available
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Electrical Estimator reports to the Team Leader and is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for electrical construction projects. This role evaluates labor, materials, subcontractor, and equipment costs for commercial and industrial projects, including low-voltage and fire alarm systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supervise and coordinate Electrical Estimators with technical and project staffing assignments
  • Prepare accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and buyouts for electrical construction projects
  • Review plans, specifications, drawings, and bid documents to define scope and estimate requirements
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and develop conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates
  • Analyze cost risks such as logistics, schedule impacts, weather, and waste disposal
  • Participate in job walks, bid presentations, and preparation of client qualification submittals
  • Maintain vendor, subcontractor, and supplier relationships to support competitive pricing
  • Collaborate with management by providing estimates for planning, scheduling, and decision-making
  • Ensure accurate data entry, documentation, and timely submission of bids


QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
  • 10+ years estimating electrical commercial construction projects required
  • Programs experience preferred:
    • Procore
    • Trimble Accubid
    • Bluebeam
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as in team environment
  • Ability to present in a professional manner and represent the company image


WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Office work requires sitting for periods of time and use of a computer keyboard and screen. This role stands, walks and may move boxes of files and records weighing 30 pounds or less.

BENEFITS
  • 6 paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan
  • ESOP participation
  • Medical - Anthem EPO and PPO options
  • Dental - Guardian Dental HMO and 2 Dental PPO options
  • Vision - Guardian Vision PPO option
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - includes mental health support
  • Supplemental health program options available


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