EC-ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR

ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR – VERTICAL CONSTRUCTION

Delta Construction Partners is a national executive search firm for the nation's premier electrical and general contractors and industry professionals. Delta has been retained by a confidential client to conduct a search for an Electrical Estimator in Romeoville, IL.

Electrical Estimator Compensation & Benefits:

Total compensation for the Electrical Estimator is $115,000 - $160,000.

• Performance bonus opportunities across contracts
• Medical insurance with no out-of-pocket cost to employee
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Vehicle allowance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Electrical Estimator Duties & Responsibilities:

Estimating & Bid Management

• Manage all aspects of the estimating process for large-scale vertical construction projects valued at $5M+
• Prepare detailed electrical estimates for high-rise (6+ stories), multifamily, office, cold storage, battery plants, industrial, and data/mission-critical facilities
• Perform comprehensive material and labor takeoffs using Accubid Enterprise and other estimating tools
• Utilize Bluebeam for plan review, takeoffs, and bid preparation
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure complete and accurate estimates
• Determine the most competitive bid approach in collaboration with executive leadership
• Prepare and submit professional bid packages with supporting documentation
• Update and maintain bid schedules and project tracking systems

Preconstruction & Design Coordination

• Participate in preconstruction planning and design review processes
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures
• Conduct constructability reviews to identify potential issues or conflicts
• Collaborate with project managers, operations teams, and clients during preconstruction phase
• Support seamless project handoff from estimating to operations upon contract award

Subcontractor & Vendor Management

• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Conduct bid leveling and scope analysis for electrical subcontractors and material suppliers
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers
• Prequalify and vet electrical subcontractors and trade partners
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and subcontractors

Client Relations & Business Development

• Attend pre-bid walks, site visits, and client meetings as required
• Develop and maintain relationships with general contractors, owners, and design teams
• Identify new business opportunities and support business development efforts
• Present estimates and proposals to clients and project teams
• Support pursuit of design-build and negotiated work opportunities

Technology & Documentation

• Utilize Accubid Enterprise for electrical estimating and material pricing
• Work proficiently in Procore and Sage for project management and cost tracking
• Use Bluebeam for digital plan review, takeoffs, and markup
• Maintain organized estimating files and historical cost database
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost breakdowns
• Track and analyze labor productivity rates, material costs, and market trends

Electrical Estimator Qualifications:

• 7+ years of electrical estimating experience in vertical construction
• Proven track record estimating projects valued at $5M+ or greater
• Strong experience with vertical construction including high-rise (6+ stories), multifamily, office, cold storage, battery plants, industrial, and/or data/mission-critical projects
• Field background or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical, or related field
• Proficiency with Accubid Enterprise, Bluebeam, Procore, and Sage required
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, construction methods, and installation practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management abilities
• Experience working in both union and non-union environments preferred
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

Preferred but Not Necessary:

• Journeyman or Master Electrician license
• Experience with double-breasted operations (union and non-union)
• Familiarity with design-build or design-assist estimating
• LEED AP certification
• Experience with BIM coordination and 3D modeling software
• Knowledge of prevailing wage and certified payroll requirement