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Electrical Construction Estimator / Project Manager

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Kroeschell, Inc.

Arlington Heights, IL (In Person)

$112,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/13/2026

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Job Description

General Skills/Requirements
  • Proficiency in English
  • Attention to details with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Solid time management skills
  • Professional appearance
  • Ability to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Physically able to navigate/attend bid-walks and site visits at active construction sites
  • Clean criminal background and credit history
  • Must pass drug screening and background check (pre-employment and random) Potential Job Responsibilities
  • Engineering, Sales, and Estimating o Generate new sales/customers and maintain existing customer base o Maintain and build relationships with clients by offering competitive and accurate bids and providing innovative solutions o Read and understand electrical construction drawings o Review project specifications to ensure bid compliance o Perform accurate quantity take-offs and utilize unit pricing method to generate project estimates o Solicit quotations from subcontractors and suppliers o Compile take-offs and quotations to prepare accurate and timely estimates o Prepare and submit proposals to customers • Project Management o Manage multiple electrical projects o Review contracts to ensure compliance o Direct and monitor sold projects from start to completion o Manage project material buyouts/purchasing o Meet with contractors and vendors to ensure quality product and timely deliveries o Manage construction budget by monitoring project expenditures, identifying and evaluating variances in expenditures vs.
estimate, and negotiating change orders o Create/process submittals, RFIs, change orders, billings, closeout documents and other project related documents/processes o Work with other project management team members to facilitate and oversee field crew installations and subcontractors on multiple projects o Support foremen and field staff with project needs o Visit projects to review work and ensure safe/on-time field installations. Experience/Education
  • Prior experience with electrical estimating and/or project management (or technical training in the field of electrical construction)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent trade/related experience
  • 2-5 years experience in the electrical construction industry
  • Basic knowledge of construction accounting
  • Proficient in Microsoft suite of general office programs
  • P.E. License or E.I.T. License a plus, but not required
  • AutoCad experience a plus, but not required
  • Experience with Electrical Bid Manager (EBM) estimating system a plus, but not required Possessing the above skills/experience not necessary to apply.
Will provide training for the right candidate who possesses ample drive, work ethic, and ability to learn necessary concepts/skills
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Experience:
Electrical Construction Industry:
2 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person