- Electrical Estimator
- Electrical Contractor
- New York City
Role Overview
We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a well-established electrical contractor delivering commercial projects throughout New York City.
This individual will be responsible for developing competitive estimates and bids across a range of projects, including corporate interiors, commercial fit-outs, mission-critical facilities, infrastructure upgrades, and electrical renovations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with strong takeoff capabilities and a solid understanding of electrical systems, construction costs, and the New York construction market.
Your main duties will include:
- Preparing detailed estimates for electrical projects, including power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, switchgear, feeders, branch wiring, and associated electrical scopes.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, bid documents, and addenda to establish complete scope and identify potential risks or gaps.
- Completing detailed material and labor takeoffs and applying appropriate labor rates and productivity factors.
- Obtaining, reviewing, and leveling vendor and subcontractor quotations to ensure complete scope coverage.
- Developing bid clarifications, exclusions, and qualifications.
- Supporting value-engineering initiatives and developing competitive bid strategies.
- Working with senior management through final bid review and submission.
- Preparing detailed turnover documentation and coordinating with project management teams following award.
To be successful, you will possess:
- 5+ years of electrical estimating experience within the construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, equipment, materials, and installation methods.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, and construction documents and produce accurate takeoffs.
- Understanding of labor productivity, material pricing, equipment costs, subcontractor/vendor scope, and overall project costs.
- Experience with electrical estimating/takeoff software and Bluebeam is advantageous.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive compensation – $130k - $155k DOE + Benefits
- Opportunity to estimate major electrical projects throughout New York City.
- Long-term career development with an established electrical contractor.
- Stable project pipeline and strong client base.
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced estimating and operations team.
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