Benefits:
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Company parties
Health insurance
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
About Dade Electric Service Founded in 1980, Dade Electric Service, Inc. is a full-service electrical contractor serving South Florida’s commercial, institutional, industrial, and municipal sectors. With more than 40 years of experience and thousands of completed projects, we have built a reputation for technical excellence, safety, and reliability. Our capabilities span the entire electrical spectrum—from medium-voltage distribution systems to low-voltage controls and specialized systems—allowing us to support complex projects across healthcare facilities, universities, municipal infrastructure, commercial developments, and industrial operations. We are proud to maintain over 40 years with zero major accidents, reflecting our commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.
Position Overview Dade Electric Service is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical construction projects throughout South Florida. The Electrical Estimator will analyze project plans and specifications, quantify materials and labor, coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors, and support the company’s bidding and project acquisition efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Review electrical drawings, specifications, and bid documents
Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment
Perform material takeoffs and quantity surveys
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes
Prepare competitive bid proposals and bid summaries
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and leadership during the bidding process
Identify value engineering opportunities and cost efficiencies
Maintain accurate estimate documentation and bid records
Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits when required
Support project handoff to the operations team after contract award
Qualifications
5+ years of electrical estimating experience
Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Experience in preparing accurate material takeoffs and labor estimates
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines
Experience using Bluebeam, Accubid, or similar estimating software
Experience with municipal infrastructure or wastewater treatment plant projects
Familiarity with medium-voltage electrical systems
Experience bidding on commercial, institutional, or public sector projects
Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package and strong employee benefits, including:
Company-paid healthcare
Company-paid Medicare taxes
Dental and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Gas and travel reimbursement
Professional and stable work environment
Long-term career opportunities with an established South Florida contractor. At Dade Electric Service, we are committed to safety, quality, and long-term partnerships, and we are looking for professionals who share our dedication to excellence. Join a company with over four decades of electrical contracting excellence serving South Florida’s most demanding sectors, including education, healthcare, municipal infrastructure, and commercial development.