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Box Systems Electrical Contractors, LLC
Commercial Electrical Estimator
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$71,979 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Commercial Electrical Estimator Box Systems Electrical Contractors, LLC Irving, TX Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $120,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Bidding project phase Electrical estimating experience within construction industry Attention to detail Digital quantity takeoff Electrical layout diagram interpretation Estimating construction project budgets Cost estimate preparation Material cost estimating Commercial building projects McCormick systems Documentation reviews Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Estimator to join our team in Irving, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial electrical construction and be able to independently prepare accurate, competitive estimates from initial plan and specification review through final bid submission. Our company specializes in commercial electrical construction, with a significant focus on healthcare and medical projects for general contractors. We are looking for someone who understands electrical construction, is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple bids and deadlines. Responsibilities Review electrical drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to determine complete project scope. Perform detailed electrical takeoffs for conduit, wire, lighting, devices, equipment, feeders, distribution, and other electrical systems. Develop accurate labor and material costs for commercial electrical projects. Obtain and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing. Identify scope gaps, exclusions, alternates, allowances, and potential project risks. Prepare complete, competitive bid proposals and submit bids by required deadlines. Review project requirements and communicate questions or discrepancies with general contractors, vendors, and project team members. Maintain organized estimating files, pricing information, and bid documentation. Participate in estimate reviews and turnover of awarded projects to project management. Assist with maintaining current material pricing and estimating databases. Qualifications Commercial electrical estimating experience required. Strong knowledge of commercial electrical construction methods, materials, labor, and installation requirements. Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules, and bid documents. Experience performing complete electrical takeoffs and preparing bids. Understanding of labor units, material pricing, vendor quotations, and project scope. Strong computer, organizational, mathematical, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet bid deadlines. Experience with electrical estimating software required; McCormick experience preferred but not required. Previous electrical field experience is a plus. Experience estimating healthcare, medical, institutional, or other complex commercial projects is a plus. Compensation $90,000-$120,000 per year, depending on experience. This is a full-time, in-office position in Irving, Texas.