Senior Electrical Estimator

Description

• Compile, maintain, and analyze historical cost data, and monitor completed projects to improve estimating accuracy and cost forecasting
• Solicit, evaluate, and analyze pricing from vendors and subcontractors, maintain vendor databases, and prepare prequalification documentation as required
• Prepare complex electrical estimates using Company estimating systems, established procedures, and sound judgment, with minimal supervision
• Support business development efforts by communicating with clients, engineers, and architects, presenting estimates, and participating in negotiations as needed
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to estimating staff, identify areas for improvement, and assist with team development
• Prepare schedules, value engineering options, and cost-saving initiatives to support competitive and accurate bids
• Review estimating assumptions to ensure alignment with Company policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Perform additional estimating or related duties as assigned by Sargent Electric Management
• Prepare detailed cost budgets, change order pricing, and estimating documentation to support project turnover and post-award execution
• Manage the electrical estimating process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of all estimates and supporting documentation
• Review specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid and project site meetings to determine full project scope and estimate requirements

Requirements

• The position requires someone who is detailed oriented, analytical, organized, is able to meet established deadlines, has strong management and communication skills, and works well in pressure-type situations.
• Must be able to prepare complex estimates with minimal supervision.
• Project field experience is also preferred
• A minimum of a four year electrical engineering degree or equivalent is preferred as well as 5 years’ electrical estimating and construction experience in related industries.
• A demonstrated knowledge of electrical estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and computer/cost control/budget systems is also necessary as well as the ability to interpret computerized cost data.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance