Senior Electrical Estimator

TRIO Electric•Houston, TX

18h

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Estimator prepares and oversees electrical estimates and leads bids for commercial electrical construction projects. The role combines hands-on estimating with leadership, including reviewing estimates, developing other estimators, and working with customers, project teams, vendors, and subcontractors to produce complete, competitive proposals. The position contributes from early budgeting through project turnover and supports project teams with scope reviews, change order pricing, and site visits as needed. Success is measured by delivering complete, high-quality estimates within or faster than TRIO’s historical turnaround time, with estimated costs targeted within 5% of actual purchase costs.

Requirements

At least 4 years of estimating experience.
1–2 years of leadership experience.
Knowledge of electrical systems, materials, equipment, construction methods, and applicable codes.
Ability to interpret drawings and specifications and develop complete takeoffs and cost estimates.
Proficiency with estimating software, such as Accubid, and Microsoft Excel.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple bid deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to identify discrepancies before proposals are submitted.
Ability to set priorities, hold others accountable, and coach team members.

Nice To Haves

Hospital and healthcare project experience.
A general contractor or estimating background.

Responsibilities

Plan estimating workloads, set priorities, and assign resources to meet deadlines.
Prepare conceptual budgets, detailed takeoffs, and material and labor estimates.
Review estimating spreadsheets, proposals, and scope letters for errors, omissions, and scope gaps.
Review drawings and specifications across disciplines and resolve bid questions through RFIs.
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes for complete scope and competitive pricing.
Identify value engineering options and document proposal inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions.
Follow TRIO’s estimating manual and maintain organized bid files and current estimating data.
Train and coach estimators, review their work, and address skill or performance gaps.
Compare awarded estimates with actual costs monthly and use findings to improve future bids.
Lead estimate reviews and project turnover, providing clear budgets, scope details, quotes, and takeoffs.
Support project teams with scope reviews, change order pricing, and site visits as needed.