Commercial Electrical Estimator - Florida

Universal Electrical Service•Sanford, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Electrical Service, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Electrical Estimator for its Field Operations team in Sanford, Florida. The estimator prepares accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial electrical construction projects, including new construction, renovations, and tenant fit-outs. The role requires hands-on electrical field experience and the ability to apply practical knowledge of installations, labor, materials, equipment, and jobsite conditions to estimate work realistically and identify project challenges. The position involves interpreting construction documents, completing material and labor takeoffs, obtaining vendor and subcontractor pricing, evaluating project scope and risks, and preparing bid proposals and supporting documentation. The estimator coordinates with project management, construction management, field leadership, vendors, and internal departments, and supports pre-bid activities, post-bid reviews, and project turnover. Universal Electrical Service describes itself as an established electrical contractor founded in 1982, serving customers across 20 states and specializing in commercial electrical construction, power distribution, electrical installations, and project execution. The company emphasizes quality, customer relationships, employee training, and professional growth.

Requirements

Previous hands-on experience working in the electrical field is required, such as experience as a commercial electrician, electrical apprentice, journeyman electrician, or other hands-on electrical construction professional.
Practical understanding of commercial electrical installations and construction methods.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
Understanding of electrical materials and equipment, conduit and wiring methods, lighting, power distribution, and electrical systems.
Ability to perform electrical material takeoffs and develop labor-hour calculations.
Understanding of how field conditions, installation methods, manpower, and productivity affect project costs.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in commercial electrical estimating.
Experience using electrical estimating software such as Accubid or similar platforms.
Experience estimating commercial projects involving new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements.
Experience transitioning from a field electrician or electrical supervisory position into estimating.
Understanding of labor productivity, project costing, and commercial electrical construction pricing.
Previous experience working with Project Managers and field operations teams.
Familiarity with value engineering, bid leveling, and scope analysis.

Responsibilities

Review and interpret commercial electrical construction drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements.
Perform detailed electrical material and labor takeoffs.
Prepare estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project-related costs.
Develop realistic labor-hour estimates based on field experience, project scope, installation methods, and jobsite conditions.
Apply practical electrical construction knowledge to evaluate installation requirements and labor productivity.
Obtain and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, exclusions, and potential project risks.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, field leadership, vendors, and internal departments during estimating.
Prepare bid summaries, proposals, and supporting documentation.
Evaluate pricing, labor productivity, material costs, and project requirements to develop competitive bids.
Meet assigned bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project turnover meetings as needed.
Assist with post-bid reviews and estimating handoffs to the Project Management team.
Maintain organized estimating records and bid documentation.