Electrical Estimator
Location: Kansas City, MO (on-site, full-time)
About the company
My client is a well-established electrical contractor with 50+ years in business and a team of several hundred. They're one of the leading specialty contractors in the Kansas City market, delivering complex electrical work across design-build, preconstruction, underground, data/comm and specialty systems.
The role
The Estimator builds full estimates and proposals for electrical projects. You'll prepare and present lump-sum bids, detailed proposals, unit costs and quantity takeoffs for a wide range of projects and a varied client base. You'll work closely with leadership and project teams from first look to handoff.
What you'll do
- Prepare accurate, complete labor and material estimates for electrical construction projects
- Review drawings, specs, scope and schedules so bids are complete and competitive
- Request, evaluate and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Price standard and specialty equipment, and keep cost databases up to date
- Flag risks, assumptions and clarifications, and explain them clearly to leadership
- Support value engineering and preconstruction pricing
- Work with project teams to hand jobs off smoothly from bid to build
What you'll bring
- 2+ years of electrical estimating experience (commercial construction preferred)
- A bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a related field (relevant experience considered instead of a degree)
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, materials and industry standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Trimble Accubid (v16) experience preferred
- Excellent communication, time management and analytical skills
- High standards for accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement
What's on offer
- Profit sharing
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental and vision for you and your immediate family
- 401(k) with retirement planning support
- Paid time off and holidays
- Clear room to grow your career
