Electrical Estimator - Construction - Base Salary to 90k/year - Galesburg, IL
Galesburg, IL
Full Time
Paid
Responsibilities
Electrical Estimator - Construction - Base Salary to 90k/year - Galesburg, IL
Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support commercial, industrial, and federal electrical construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, performing material takeoffs, evaluating subcontractor and vendor pricing, and collaborating with operations and project management teams to ensure a seamless transition from bid through project award.
Responsibilities:
Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents
Perform material quantity takeoffs and develop labor hour estimates for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects
Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals for commercial, industrial, federal, negotiated, and design-build projects
Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
Analyze project scope, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support value engineering efforts when appropriate
Track bid schedules and manage multiple estimates while meeting deadlines
Maintain estimating databases, unit pricing, and historical cost information
Support project turnover to operations and project management after project award
Assist with federal contracting requirements including Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and SAM.gov compliance as needed
Utilize estimating software and Microsoft Excel to prepare estimates, organize project data, and maintain bid documentation
Qualifications:
3+ years of electrical estimating experience with commercial and industrial electrical construction
Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents
Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel
Ability to manage multiple bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy