Electrical Estimator

Elite Executive Solutions has partnered with one of Houstons most respected and long-standing electrical contractors to identify a high-caliber Electrical Estimator. This firm has been a cornerstone of the Texas construction market for decades and continues to lead the industry with a massive, negotiated backlog, repeat clients, and a reputation built on integrity, technical excellence, and long-term relationships.

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong, forward-thinking contractor where estimating is strategic—not reactive—and where your work directly supports sustained growth and operational success.

Position Overview The Electrical Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and well-scoped estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects. The role focuses heavily on negotiated and relationship-driven work, collaborating closely with preconstruction, operations, and executive leadership.

This position offers long-term stability, leadership visibility, and the chance to contribute within a mature estimating department supported by strong systems, historical data, and repeat clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates from conceptual through GMP and final pricing stages
• Perform quantity takeoffs for power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and specialty systems
• Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure complete and accurate pricing
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing using historical data and current market conditions
• Participate in negotiated work, value engineering, budgeting, and preconstruction planning
• Coordinate with project management, operations, and field leadership to align estimates with execution strategies
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals
• Identify scope gaps, risk items, and opportunities for cost optimization
• Support executive leadership with bid strategy, schedule alignment, and risk assessment
• Maintain estimating databases, assemblies, and pricing benchmarks

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience with a commercial or industrial electrical contractor
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, means and methods, and field operations
• Experience with negotiated work, design-assist, or preconstruction services strongly preferred
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Accubid (Classic/Enterprise/Anywhere), ConEst, or similar platforms
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents and specifications
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work directly with leadership and operations teams
• Stable work history and interest in long-term career growth

Why This Opportunity

• Decades-established contractor with a proven reputation in the Houston market
• Massive negotiated backlog providing stability and predictability
• Minimal reliance on hard-bid, low-margin work
• Strong internal support, systems, and historical data
• Direct access to decision-makers and executive leadership
• Long-term career opportunity with growth potential
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

About Elite Executive Solutions Elite Executive Solutions is a family-operated, U.S.-based executive search firm specializing exclusively in the electrical and construction industries. We partner selectively with best-in-class contractors and represent experienced professionals seeking long-term, values-aligned career moves—not short-term placements.