Electrical Estimator

Elite Executive Solutions has partnered with one of Houston’s most respected and long‑standing electrical contractors to identify a high‑caliber Electrical Estimator. This firm has been a cornerstone of the Texas construction market for decades and continues to lead the industry with a massive, negotiated backlog, repeat clients, and a reputation built on integrity, technical excellence, and long‑term relationships.

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong, forward‑thinking contractor where estimating is strategic—not reactive—and where your work directly supports sustained growth and operational success.

Position Overview

The Electrical Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and well‑scoped estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects. The role focuses heavily on negotiated and relationship‑driven work, collaborating closely with preconstruction, operations, and executive leadership.

This position offers long‑term stability, leadership visibility, and the chance to contribute within a mature estimating department supported by strong systems, historical data, and repeat clients.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed electrical estimates from conceptual through GMP and final pricing stages

Perform quantity takeoffs for power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low‑voltage, and specialty systems

Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure complete and accurate pricing

Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing using historical data and current market conditions

Participate in negotiated work, value engineering, budgeting, and preconstruction planning

Coordinate with project management, operations, and field leadership to align estimates with execution strategies

Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor proposals

Identify scope gaps, risk items, and opportunities for cost optimization

Support executive leadership with bid strategy, schedule alignment, and risk assessment

Maintain estimating databases, assemblies, and pricing benchmarks

Qualifications

5+ years of electrical estimating experience with a commercial or industrial electrical contractor

Strong understanding of electrical systems, means and methods, and field operations

Experience with negotiated work, design‑assist, or preconstruction services strongly preferred

Proficiency with estimating software such as Accubid (Classic/Enterprise/Anywhere), ConEst, or similar platforms

Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents and specifications

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Collaborative mindset with the ability to work directly with leadership and operations teams

Stable work history and interest in long‑term career growth

Benefits

Decades‑established contractor with a proven reputation in the Houston market

Massive negotiated backlog providing stability and predictability

Minimal reliance on hard‑bid, low‑margin work

Strong internal support, systems, and historical data

Direct access to decision‑makers and executive leadership

Long‑term career opportunity with growth potential

Competitive compensation and benefits package

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