ESTIMATOR - ELECTRICAL

Nooter Construction • Perrysburg, OH

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About The Position

The Construction Cost Estimator develops accurate electrical construction estimates to support competitive bidding, project planning, and successful execution. The role analyzes construction drawings, specifications, labor requirements, material costs, and subcontractor pricing to produce detailed project cost estimates and help manage risk and secure profitable industrial, commercial, and manufacturing construction projects.

The Estimator reviews blueprints, bid packages, specifications, and technical documents to define project scope and prepare estimates. The position performs labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor takeoffs; evaluates supplier quotations; and uses estimating software, historical data, and industry pricing information to prepare cost analyses and bid proposals. It collaborates with project managers, engineers, procurement professionals, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to clarify scope, validate assumptions, and identify project risks. Site visits, pre-bid meetings, and jobsite walkthroughs may also be part of the work.

Requirements

• Two to five years of estimating experience in the electrical construction industry.
• Experience preparing estimates across multiple construction phases and contract delivery methods.
• Experience using vendor pricing and subcontractor quotations in cost development.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, technical drawings, and construction documents.
• Working knowledge of construction estimating databases, estimating software, and cost estimating practices.
• Knowledge of accounting principles related to construction cost estimating.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to develop cost estimates that support project and organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, construction drawings, bid packages, specifications, and technical documents to define project scope.
• Develop electrical construction estimates for project planning, bidding, and execution.
• Perform labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor takeoffs.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and subcontractor pricing.
• Use estimating software, historical data, and industry pricing information to prepare cost analyses and bid proposals.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement professionals, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to clarify scope and validate assumptions.
• Identify potential project risks and develop cost estimates that support project and organizational objectives.
• Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and jobsite walkthroughs as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match and annual non-elective contribution.
• Medical coverage with an employer contribution toward an HSA.
• Company-paid dental coverage.
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability.
• Vision coverage.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Opportunity to build a career with an employee-owned organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed