About Careertakes

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Estimator (Estimator I) to support bid preparation and cost estimating for electrical construction projects. This full-time role is based in Sterling, VA and supports several small-to-medium projects under general supervision.

• Estimated pay: $90,542 per year (estimated)
• Employment type: Full time
• Location: Sterling, VA
• Travel: Up to 10%

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What You’ll Do

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and contents of estimates.
• Support senior estimators in preparing complete takeoffs and entering data into the estimating system.
• Solicit and review supplier and subcontractor quotes for completeness relative to plans and specs.
• Draft scope letters, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications using existing templates.
• Maintain working files and documentation that back estimating assumptions and methodologies.
• Help ensure timely completion of all client-required bid documents and support multiple bid packages.

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Qualifications & Skills

• Advanced knowledge of construction technology, estimating techniques, and cost control.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and front-end documents.
• Strong arithmetic and practical problem-solving skills for estimating tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Basic experience or exposure to Accubid estimating preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively with team members and stakeholders.

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Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience estimating commercial construction projects, preferably in electrical construction.
• A combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.

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Working Conditions & Accommodations

• Primarily an indoor office environment; occasional jobsite exposure with variable noise levels.
• Tasks include sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, and occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Confidential Client complies with the ADA and applicable state law and will consider reasonable accommodations to enable qualified applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

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Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Annual performance-based bonus program
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)
• Charitable giving match through 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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