About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Electrical Estimator (Estimator I) to support bid preparation and cost estimating for commercial electrical construction projects. Working under general supervision, you will provide estimating support across several small-to-medium projects and learn established estimating procedures and workflows.

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required estimate contents.
• Perform complete takeoffs for assigned scopes and enter quantities into the estimating system.
• Follow established procedures to prepare estimates; review outputs for accuracy and completeness.
• Request and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes; verify quotes align with plans and specifications.
• Use existing templates to draft scope inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications.
• Maintain organized files documenting estimating assumptions, backup, and methodologies.
• Partner with senior estimators and the estimating team to present scope, technical requirements, and pricing to the Lead Estimator or Estimating Manager.
• Support timely completion of client-required documents and bid deliverables.
• Perform other estimating-related duties as assigned consistent with role and business unit needs.

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What We’re Looking For

We want candidates who are detail-oriented, analytically strong, and eager to develop a career in electrical construction estimating.

• Advanced understanding of construction technology, estimating techniques, and cost control fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and basic electrical systems.
• Strong arithmetic skills and ability to perform estimating calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and front-end documents.
• Competence with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and willingness to learn estimating software (e.g., Accubid).
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time pressure with a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently and in teams.
• Professional interaction with coworkers, vendors, and clients at all levels.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field — or equivalent combination of education/training and relevant experience.
• 0–2 years of estimating experience in commercial construction; electrical estimating experience preferred but not required.
• Basic exposure to Accubid or similar estimating platforms is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

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Travel & Working Conditions

• Travel: Up to 10% (project and supplier/vendor visits as needed).
• Work environment: Primarily office-based estimating work with some job-site exposure. Typical activities include sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs), and exposure to job-site noise levels when visiting projects.
• Confidential Client complies with the ADA and applicable state laws and will consider reasonable accommodations to enable qualified applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

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Compensation & Benefits

Confidential Client offers a competitive compensation package and benefits designed to support employees’ health, retirement, and work-life balance. (Salary shown on source listing is an estimated figure only.)

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual bonus program (performance-based)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance options
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care)
• Charitable giving match via the company foundation

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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