Electrical Estimator

Miller Electric Company • Savannah, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Miller Electric is seeking an Electrical Estimator to develop cost estimates for electrical projects, including material and labor requirements, from the take-off stage through bid hand-off. The role uses ConEst Estimating Software and includes estimating change orders, analyzing project requirements, preparing and submitting bids, and maintaining organized change-order documentation. The estimator works with project teams and meets with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers; attends pre-bid and scope review meetings; and may inspect project locations to determine the labor and materials required. The position reports directly to the Senior Project Manager or Project Manager.

Miller Electric designs, installs, and maintains electrical systems, including traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems. The company describes its culture as valuing quality, collaboration, and employee well-being, and offers growth opportunities and a benefits package. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship; employment-based visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

• High school diploma and 6–8 years of experience, an associate degree and 4–6 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of experience.
• Strong computer skills, including Bluebeam, ConEst, and Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to read and evaluate specifications and blueprints.
• Ability to deal effectively with customers.
• Ability to analyze risks associated with project types.
• Ability to estimate large and small projects.
• Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure.
• Excellent math skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on construction experience.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician’s License.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates from the take-off stage through bid hand-off.
• Use ConEst Estimating Software.
• Develop cost estimates for change orders.
• Analyze material and labor requirements to complete projects.
• Attend pre-bid and scope review meetings.
• Compute and submit bids.
• Read and thoroughly understand blueprints and evaluate specifications.
• Perform electronic on-screen takeoffs and markups.
• Meet with engineers, customers, vendors, and Project Managers.
• Visually inspect project locations to determine required labor and materials.
• Contact vendors for pricing.
• Assess equipment leasing costs.
• Maintain change-order submissions and documents in an organized, standardized manner, and work with the project team to develop the standard.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage with 100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Vision plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Travel accident insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• College Coach Services.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED