Electrical Estimator

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