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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Electrical Engineer - (Commercial Electrical Projects)
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Champion the electrical design for industrial and commercial projects, leading a team to create compliant and efficient systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality designs while adh...
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$80K - $95K *
Discover the power of leading dynamic teams in construction. Enhance safety, quality, and efficiency across innovative projects in commercial and industrial settings, while fostering a positive enviro...
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ELECTRICAL FIELD SUPERINTENDENT
$80K - $95K *
Grow your career with a team that drives excellence in commercial and industrial construction projects. Lead dynamic teams, prioritize safety and quality, and ensure successful project execution in a...
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ELECTRICAL FIELD SUPERINTENDENT
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate project success by leading field operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and team development. Drive execution and coordination of complex construction activities across diverse...
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ELECTRICAL FIELD SUPERINTENDENT
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to large-scale data center construction projects by leading teams, ensuring safety and quality, and overseeing project execution while fostering collaboration and adhering to best practices...
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Transform the pre-construction landscape by leading estimating for luxury residential projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to create accurate budgets and proposals, ensuring project success from c...
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Lead the charge in managing electrical projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction while fostering team performance and safety standards. Cultivate strong client re...
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Contribute to our success by preparing precise cost estimates for mechanical construction projects, collaborating with teams to ensure accuracy and competitiveness in bids, and identifying cost-saving...
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Join our team to prepare precise cost estimates for mechanical construction projects, collaborating with project managers and vendors to ensure accuracy and competitiveness in bids while identifying c...
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Optimize cost estimation processes for mechanical construction projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness. Collaborate with project teams to deliver comprehensive bids and identify cost-saving op...
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Transform operations by leading a team of technicians, enhancing customer satisfaction, and ensuring top-notch service delivery in electrical systems for commercial and industrial clients...
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Shape the future of cooling technology by developing cost models for large-scale systems. Collaborate with leadership and engineering to optimize pricing strategies, enhance margins, and drive growth...
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Build competitive project estimates and bids for diverse commercial construction projects. Collaborate with preconstruction and project management teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout th...
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$75K - $135K *
Advance your career by supporting communication infrastructure on major data center projects. This role involves technical coordination, documentation control, and field execution in a fast-paced, mis...
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$82K - $131K *
Contribute to the development of precise project estimates, supporting all phases of proposal creation. Collaborate with senior estimators to ensure technical compliance and accuracy in complex indust...
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$164K - $216K *
Manage and oversee the organization's fleet operations across multiple regions, ensuring efficient maintenance, compliance, and strategic procurement. Lead a team to optimize performance and safety wh...
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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise estimates for complex projects. You'll analyze specifications and collaborate with project managers to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all estimati...
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Optimize project outcomes by providing expert estimating services for complex contracts. Collaborate with teams to analyze specifications and deliver accurate time, cost, and labor estimates, ensuring...
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Unlock your potential by overseeing fleet operations across multiple regions. Lead maintenance, vendor relations, and compliance efforts while driving efficiency and safety in vehicle management. Coll...
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Transform industrial electrical projects by leading crews, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality results. Utilize your expertise in motor controls, VFDs, and PLCs to drive efficiency and mainta...
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$100K - $133K *
Unlock your potential by managing heavy civil projects from bid to completion. This hands-on role combines estimating and project management, ensuring successful execution while fostering client relat...
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Senior Cost Estimator, Enterprise Project Management
$148K - $160K *
Partner with us to drive effective cost management for global construction projects. Leverage your expertise to support project managers, optimize budgets, and mitigate risks, ensuring successful proj...
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Transform the future by leading cost estimates for critical facility repairs. Engage with diverse teams to assess project impacts and provide actionable insights, ensuring effective decision-making in...
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Collaborate to develop accurate cost estimates for complex facility repairs, ensuring sound decision-making for federal projects. Engage with teams to assess impacts and validate pricing, providing es...
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What does an Electrical Estimator do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.