Junior Electrical Estimator

Serve Electric • Sterling Heights, MI

6d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Serve Electric is hiring a Junior Electrical Project Estimator in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The role works alongside the estimating and project management team to help price medium- to large-scale industrial electrical projects, including material handling, conveyors, industrial power distribution, process controls, and communication cabling. The estimator supports work from receipt of a request for quotation (RFQ) through project kickoff by preparing cost estimates, reviewing project scopes, and managing documentation.

The position is intended for recent graduates and early-career professionals with 0–3 years of experience who are eager to learn electrical estimating. Experienced estimators will provide hands-on training and mentorship, including an expected 3–6 months of shadowing as the employee ramps up. The role also supports project coordination, customer and team communications, and occasional travel to job sites to gather estimating information.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of professional experience; recent graduates and early-career candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Some exposure to electrical parts, components, or materials, such as through a co-op, internship, part-time job, or early role at an electrical or industrial supply house, wholesaler, distributor, or contractor.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, blueprints, and construction practices.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and interpreting customer RFQ documentation.
• Support the preparation of electrical project cost estimates, including material take-offs and labor calculations.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and related documents to understand scope and requirements.
• Assist in developing cost estimates for industrial power distribution, process controls, and communication cabling.
• Track costs and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Compile project documentation to support the transition of quotes to active projects.
• Help maintain project schedules and punch lists to track deliverables.
• Assist leadership in reviewing purchase orders and service agreements.
• Participate in project debriefs to improve future estimating processes.
• Assist in coordinating and scheduling customer meetings to review project scope and requirements.
• Support communications among clients, vendors, and internal teams regarding estimates and project details.
• Travel to job sites as needed to gather information for estimating purposes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and HSA
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Hands-on training from experienced industrial electrical estimating professionals
• Career growth and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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