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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Lead electrical power engineering activities for complex industrial systems, ensuring reliability and safety across LV, MV, and HV projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams from design to comm...
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Develop innovative electrical systems for diverse sectors, from commercial to healthcare. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage directly with clients to create effective solutions that p...
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Distribution Construction Manager - Electrical Utilities
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Advance your career by managing electrical distribution construction projects. Oversee field operations, ensure compliance with safety standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver efficient...
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Instrument Electrician Technician
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Transform operations by expertly installing and maintaining process instruments and electrical systems, collaborating with teams to ensure optimal performance and safety across facility operations...
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Grow your career with us as a Journeyperson Electrician, where you'll troubleshoot, maintain, and repair heavy electrical equipment, ensuring top-notch service for our valued clients. Join a team that...
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Director Operations - Electrical
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Manage day-to-day operations for multiple large-scale electrical projects, ensuring optimal resource use, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading a team of superintendents and fosterin...
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Join a dynamic preconstruction team to evaluate blueprints and forecast costs for fiber deployments. Utilize your expertise in estimating to ensure competitive bids and profitable projects in a fast-p...
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Electrical Engineer - Modular Manufacturing
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Elevate project execution by coordinating electrical systems for modular construction and data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery, adherence to safety standards, and qua...
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Electrical Engineer - Modular Manufacturing
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Optimize electrical project execution by collaborating with teams to ensure timely delivery of modular construction and data center projects, adhering to quality and safety standards while managing bu...
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Electrical Engineer - Modular Manufacturing
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Elevate your career by supporting electrical systems in modular construction and data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success, adhering to quality and safety standards while...
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Electrical Engineer - Modular Manufacturing
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Innovate with us to enhance electrical systems in modular construction and data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely, budget-friendly project delivery while maintaining high safety...
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Project Controls Estimating Lead
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Lead the charge in developing a high-performing estimating team while building trusted partnerships across functions. Drive project competitiveness through quality estimates and innovative processes...
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Optimize preconstruction processes by providing detailed cost estimates and analysis. Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate budgeting and effective subcontractor selection for high-tech in...
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$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of construction by providing expert estimating management and support during preconstruction. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate cost analysis for high-tech facilities, ensuri...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive accurate cost estimation and support preconstruction efforts for high-tech industrial projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely and precise budgeting, while mentoring others and maintain...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to provide expert estimating support in preconstruction, focusing on detailed cost analysis for high-tech industrial projects. Collaborate with project managers and subcontractors...
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Drive the estimating process by collaborating with project teams to create accurate cost analyses for high-tech construction projects, ensuring data integrity and supporting preconstruction efforts th...
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Help us drive efficiency in preconstruction by providing expert estimating management and support. Collaborate with teams to create detailed cost analyses for high-tech industrial projects, ensuring a...
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Electrical Construction Superintendent
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Join our team to lead and supervise electrical construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Drive growth in systems integration services while managing resources and fostering clie...
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Partner with us to drive financial performance and operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites, supporting leaders in achieving productivity and inventory goals while leading key financ...
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Join us as a key finance partner, driving productivity and operational improvements across multiple manufacturing sites. You'll lead financial processes and analyses, ensuring our facilities meet prof...
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$150K - $170K *
Champion electrical excellence by overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and safety while guiding a skilled te...
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Electrical Engineer - Level DOE (E&I Maintenance) (DGC)
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in enhancing electrical and instrumentation systems to minimize production losses and ensure safe operations. Collaborate with maintenance teams to implement effective strategies and p...
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HSE Superintendent - Electrical
$90K - $110K *
Optimize safety initiatives across projects, mentoring teams to ensure compliance with regulations while fostering strong partnerships. Drive continuous improvement in health and safety culture, reduc...
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Utility-Scale Power & Renewables Project Manager
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Drive the success of utility-scale power and renewables projects by managing commercial, financial, and administrative aspects from turnover to closeout. Collaborate with Field Operations to mitigate...
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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.