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.
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Provide leadership in field supervision by managing project execution, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating activities among teams, while contributing to impactful construction projects across...
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Lead electrical commissioning for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with teams to ensure systems meet project requirements, drive issue resolution, and enhance commissioning practices. Ideal fo...
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Champion the daily operations of a dynamic Electrical Department, overseeing personnel, production, and process improvements in a high-volume marine manufacturing setting while ensuring quality and ef...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Contribute to the success of transmission and distribution projects by coordinating construction activities, ensuring safety compliance, and managing resources to meet project goals within budget and...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Join us to oversee construction activities in Transmission & Distribution, ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget while maintaining safety and compliance standards throughout the pro...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Manage construction activities for transmission and distribution projects, ensuring safety compliance, effective communication, and timely delivery of materials while adhering to project specification...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Unlock your potential as you coordinate construction activities, ensuring safety and compliance while managing project timelines and budgets. Collaborate with teams to drive successful project outcome...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Lead the charge in coordinating electrical construction projects, ensuring safety compliance and effective communication among teams. Manage resources, oversee project progress, and maintain documenta...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects, ensuring safety compliance, and managing resources effectively. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills to m...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
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Engage in comprehensive project oversight, ensuring safety and compliance while coordinating construction activities. Collaborate with teams to manage resources, resolve issues, and maintain project s...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading construction coordination for transmission and distribution projects. Ensure safety compliance, manage resources, and facilitate communication among teams to achieve projec...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Lead construction coordination efforts for transmission and distribution projects, ensuring safety compliance, effective communication, and timely execution within budget constraints. Collaborate with...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Elevate project success by coordinating construction activities, ensuring safety compliance, and managing resources effectively. Collaborate with teams to meet project goals within budget and schedule...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
$90K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee construction activities, ensuring safety and compliance while managing project schedules and budgets. Leverage your expertise in transmission and distribution to dri...
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Lineman Superintendent - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
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Collaborate with us to oversee construction activities in transmission and distribution projects. Ensure safety compliance, manage resources, and facilitate communication among teams to achieve projec...
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Senior Lead estimator - Structural Steel / Industrial
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Elevate your career by leading complex steel estimating projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in bids for high-risk industrial ventures. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and ment...
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Contribute to large-scale hyperscale data center projects by managing electrical design, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and providing technical support throughout construction and commis...
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Senior Estimator-Mechanical Construction
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Take ownership of detailed estimates for commercial HVAC projects, from small to large-scale. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, conduct job site assessments, and ensure accurate cost breakd...
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Senior Estimator-Mechanical Construction
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Advance your career by preparing detailed estimates for diverse commercial HVAC projects. Engage in proposal development, cost breakdowns, and site assessments, contributing your expertise to impactfu...
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Join a team that's at the forefront of nuclear infrastructure projects, providing operational leadership for complex SMR EPC initiatives. Drive strategic execution, ensure safety and quality, and fost...
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Lead the estimating process for major earthwork projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness. Collaborate with teams to prepare detailed cost estimates, analyze project specifications, and manage b...
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Support project execution by managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful delivery of electrical projects while adhering to quality and safety standards...
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Engage in maintaining and troubleshooting factory machinery and control systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. Collaborate with teams to implement preventive maintenance and improvement...
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Senior Construction Manager - Distribution Line
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Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...
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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.