Explore Electrical Estimator Jobs

Electrical estimators assess the labor, materials, equipment, and time required to complete electrical construction projects. Their estimates help contractors and project teams develop competitive bids, plan budgets, and manage project costs. Explore vetted Electrical Estimator opportunities on Ladders, where roles are focused on experienced professionals and pay at least $100,000.

What Does an Electrical Estimator Do?

Electrical estimators review project plans, specifications, and site conditions to determine the scope and cost of electrical work. They prepare detailed takeoffs, request and compare supplier and subcontractor quotes, account for labor and material costs, and assemble bid documents. Many collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and construction teams to clarify requirements and identify risks before work begins.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in electrical construction, estimating, or project management, along with the ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications. Familiarity with estimating software, digital takeoff tools, electrical codes, and project delivery methods can be valuable. Strong analytical, communication, organization, and negotiation skills help estimators produce accurate, well-supported proposals.

What Influences Electrical Estimator Compensation?

Compensation can vary with experience, location, project size and complexity, employer type, and the scope of responsibility. Estimators who handle large commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or specialized electrical projects may bring expertise that employers value. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its stated compensation and requirements.

Find Electrical Estimator Opportunities on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore Electrical Estimator jobs suited to your experience and career goals. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details, then tailor your résumé to highlight relevant project types, estimating methods, software, and examples of accurate bids or cost control.

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$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee and manage construction projects from bid to closeout, ensuring technical excellence and effective communication with stakeholders while driving project success and maintaining safe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to oversee construction projects, ensuring optimal performance from bid preparation to job closeout. Leverage strong analytical skills to manage budgets, labor resou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead electrical design efforts across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with standards and codes while delivering innovative solutions that enhance sustainability and effici...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead electrical design for diverse projects, ensuring innovative solutions and compliance with standards. Collaborate with architects and engineers to create impactful, sustaina...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative electrical design for diverse projects, collaborating with architects and engineers to deliver sustainable solutions that meet client needs and adhere to industry standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative electrical design solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with architects and engineers to ensure compliance with standards and codes while enhancing sustainability and effici...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading multiple large-scale projects across the U.S. Drive strategic execution, manage teams, and ensure quality delivery while fostering client relationships and business deve...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Oversee multiple large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and maintain high standards of quality and saf...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Transform project execution by leading multiple large-scale initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, budget adherence, and high-quality standards while fostering a high-performance team c...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Lead and manage multiple large-scale projects across various locations, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with quality standards. Drive strategic initiatives, foster team coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that drives innovation in electrical construction for major projects. Oversee field operations, ensuring safety and quality while collaborating with diverse teams to meet industry standard...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead a high-performing estimating team to deliver accurate, competitive proposals for industrial projects up to $100M. Drive excellence in estimating practices across multiple disciplines, ensuring al...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage engineering execution for EPC projects, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Lead a team, oversee consultants, and develop internal capabilities to support power delivery infrastr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence for EPC projects, overseeing resource management, consultant relationships, and technical quality. Drive organizational growth while ensuring project delivera...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $110K *

Lead a high-performing Estimating Team, guiding and mentoring members to deliver accurate bid proposals while collaborating across departments to enhance efficiency and project alignment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of cost analysis and project financials, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets and forecasts, driving efficiency in proje...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

Elevate project efficiency by managing change orders and cost estimates, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure accurate documentation and approval processes, while driving continuous improvement i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex MEP projects as the primary technical contact for electrical design, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance while coordinating multidisciplinary efforts to achieve project goals effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $95K *

Take ownership of procurement activities, coordinating goods and services for projects while ensuring adherence to purchasing processes and fostering collaboration across departments to optimize effic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence and collaboration in managing MEP systems throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with codes, specifications, and owner requirements while fostering strong relationships...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $102K *

Take ownership of electrical design projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions on time and within...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform project execution by developing detailed electrical workface planning strategies. Collaborate across teams to ensure readiness and efficiency, driving productivity and safety in industrial c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise cost estimates for school construction projects, collaborating with diverse professionals to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout all design and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $108K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Electrical Estimator do?question toggle

    An Electrical Estimator evaluates drawings, specifications, and project requirements to calculate the labor, materials, equipment, and other costs needed for electrical work. They prepare estimates and bid proposals and coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and project teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Electrical Estimator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but roles commonly call for experience in electrical construction or estimating, the ability to read electrical plans, and knowledge of estimating tools and relevant codes. Some positions may prefer a degree, trade background, or project management experience.

  • What skills help Electrical Estimators succeed?question toggle

    Useful skills include accurate quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, familiarity with estimating software, attention to detail, and clear communication. Understanding construction schedules, procurement, and project risks can also support strong estimates.

  • How much do Electrical Estimators earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, project complexity, and responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Electrical Estimator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Electrical Estimator listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Review each posting for its specific qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation information.