Senior Project Estimator - Industrial Controls / Electrical (PLC, I&E)

PACIV

$80K — $110K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; technical training is a plus.
  • 5+ years of estimating experience in industrial controls or electrical systems.
  • Deep knowledge of PLC/DCS systems including Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider.
  • Ability to read technical drawings including P&IDs and schematics.
  • Strong project management skills to handle multiple bids and deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Build accurate estimates for industrial controls and electrical installations.
  • Interpret technical documentation like P&IDs and control schematics.
  • Price labor, materials, and subcontractor work.
  • Assess risks, identify gaps, and determine cost drivers.
  • Collaborate with engineering and project managers for precise bids.
  • Own the entire estimating process through to final proposal submission.

Benefits

  • High-impact role influencing complex automation projects.
  • Direct involvement in project profitability and success.
  • Work within a strong technical team environment.
Full Job Description
Senior Project Estimator - Industrial Controls / Electrical (PLC, I&E)
Humble, TX (Houston Area)

Own the numbers behind industrial automation projects

ACE Controls is hiring a Senior Project Estimator with experience in PLC systems, instrumentation, and electrical (I&E) projects to lead estimating for complex industrial work.

If you have quoted industrial controls, automation, or electrical systems, this role gives you ownership from scope to final bid submission.

What You Will Do
  • Build estimates for industrial controls, PLC/DCS systems, and electrical installations
  • Read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, one-lines, and control schematics
  • Price labor, materials, instrumentation, and subcontractors
  • Identify risk, gaps, and cost drivers
  • Work with engineering, PMs, and vendors to develop accurate bids
  • Own estimates through final proposal submission


What You Need
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training preferred
  • 5+ years of estimating experience in:
    • Industrial controls / automation
    • Electrical or I&E systems
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • PLC/DCS (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider)
    • Instrumentation and electrical systems
  • Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines
  • Proficiency in reading technical drawings independently


Nice to Have
  • Industrial or water/wastewater experience
  • Field background (electrician, controls tech, commissioning)
  • NEC / UL508A knowledge


Why Apply
  • High-impact role on complex automation projects
  • Direct influence on project wins and profitability
  • Strong technical team environment


Find This Role If You Have Experience With
Industrial Estimator, Electrical Estimator, Controls Estimator, PLC Estimator, Automation Estimator, I&E Estimator, Instrumentation Estimator, Houston Estimator Jobs

Apply if you have estimated PLC, controls, or electrical systems.

Employment Type & Hiring Notice
ACE Controls does not engage with external recruitment agencies
This is a direct hire, full-time position and does not support C2C or 1099 contract arrangements.

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