Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Estimator

Location: On Site - Garden Grove, California, United States

Salary: $100,000 - $140,000

Skills: Electrical Projects, Electric & Building Codes, Bluebeam, Accubid

About the Construction Company / The Opportunity:

Our client, a leader in the construction industry, is seeking a skilled Electrical Estimator to join their dynamic team in Garden Grove, California. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and make a significant impact on the electrical and low-voltage estimating process. If you are passionate about delivering excellence and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

• Work directly under the Vice President within the Business Development & Estimating Department.
• Attend job walks with ownership or general contractors to assist in electrical and low-voltage scope development.
• Estimate projects based on job walks, scope of work, electrical drawings, or architectural drawings.
• Identify scope gaps based on code requirements and accurately estimate costs.
• Value engineer scopes of work to minimize costs while maintaining all requirements.
• Negotiate project costs and budgets with customers.
• Facilitate vendor quotes and ensure competitive pricing for large packages like switchgear and lighting.
• Prepare submittal packages, create project budgets, and transfer project information to the operations team.
• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and ownership groups.
• Be willing to travel to various states (AZ, CO, MT, NV, NM, OR, TX, WA, WY) as needed.

Must-Have Skills:

• Proficiency in the National Electrical Code, Green Building Requirements, and Title-24.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam, Accubid, and CRM tools.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical estimating.
• Ability to drive a company car with a clean driving record.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with multi-unit construction or renovation projects.
• Knowledge of low-voltage systems and their integration into projects.
• Established network within the construction and electrical contracting industry.
• Familiarity with architectural design processes and construction documentation.
• Strong negotiation and client relationship management skills.

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