Electrical Estimator

Job Title: Electrical Estimator - Remote

Job Description

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates for construction projects or services in sectors such as manufacturing, energy, and construction. This role involves analyzing project plans, specifications, and other documents to estimate project costs, including materials, labor, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret project documents such as drawings, specifications, and proposals to identify project requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and estimators.
• Maintain open and frequent communication with project managers, other estimators, foremen, general foremen, superintendents, subcontractors, accounting team, vendors, owners, and clients.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and identifying labor, material, and time requirements.
• Obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating prices.
• Evaluate offers to purchase by considering changes, additions, and site requirements.
• Present prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
• Maintain cost database by entering and backing up data.
• Conduct gap analysis when projects close, comparing actual costs to anticipated costs, profits, and timelines; make recommendations for future bids; communicate lessons learned to all appropriate parties to prevent mistakes and repetitive problems; seek ways to improve scheduling, quality, efficiency, communication, and procedures.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Cross-train in all facets of the Commercial and Industrial Division, preparing to fill in for anyone absent and grow in responsibility and scope over time.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Proven experience as an estimator in commercial and industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and market trends.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Accubid and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical Estimating
• Electrical Engineering
• Experience with Electrical Systems
• Experience with Estimation, Electrical, Bidding, MEP, Electrical Construction, and Commercial Construction projects.
• Experience preparing 2-4 bids per week.
• Knowledge of Electrical Circuits, Blueprints, and Preconstruction.

Work Environment

Primarily home office-based role requiring long periods of desk work and computer use. May require occasional visits to construction sites, necessitating walking, standing, and minor lifting. Extensive local travel to project sites for assessments and meetings is required, with occasional travel for training, conferences, and to meet with clients or vendors. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including company-paid health insurance, a 401k match, paid personal/sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, educational assistance, and various discount programs.

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

JFE offers a full suite of benefits, including employer-supplemented insurance. Medical eye and dental insurance.

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.