Junior Estimator

Erwin Electric•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Erwin Electric, Inc. is an established electrical contractor with experience in commercial, industrial, residential, and government work. The Junior Estimator supports the Chief Estimator and estimating team in preparing accurate, competitive electrical bids. The role reviews project documents, performs quantity takeoffs, manages quote and bid information, helps assemble bid packages, and organizes estimate details for project handoff. The position also participates in pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs, helps identify cost-saving alternatives, and develops relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and general contractors. Erwin Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and business needs.

Requirements

0–3 years of relevant experience; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a willingness to learn.
Comfort working with numbers, basic math, measurements, and drawing scales.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ability to learn estimating software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Supply Chain, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a highly analytical field such as Finance or Economics with a passion for construction.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with construction drawings, particularly electrical plans.
Electrical field experience, construction experience, or exposure to Accubid.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chief Estimator and estimating team in preparing accurate, competitive electrical bids.
Review plans, specifications, and addenda to identify electrical scope and project requirements.
Perform electrical quantity takeoffs and enter material and labor information into Accubid or similar estimating software.
Request, organize, and compare vendor and subcontractor quotes, helping identify missing scope and pricing discrepancies.
Help prepare bid packages, including scope descriptions, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications, for review by the Chief Estimator.
Track drawing revisions, addenda, quote requests, and bid deadlines.
Participate in pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs to understand existing conditions and project logistics.
Keep project files, vendor contacts, and pricing history organized and up to date.
Assist with project handoff by organizing estimate information and communicating scope and assumptions.
Work with the team to identify potential cost-saving alternatives for review.
Develop relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and general contractors, and participate in local industry events as needed.