Electrical Estimator, Entry-Level

Bergelectric

Electrical Estimator pricing commercial and industrial construction projects for Bergelectric, an electrical contracting company. Preparing bids, vendor quotes, cost analyses, and preconstruction documentation for national projects.

Posted 8/6/2026full-timeEscondido • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $25 - $35 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical estimating for commercial and industrial projects, with a strong focus on cost calculation, bid proposal preparation, and vendor relationship management. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and advanced MS Office skills to enhance project efficiency and accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Estimating ExperienceBid Proposal PreparationCost CalculationVendor Relationship ManagementAccubid Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Electrical EstimatingCost CalculationBid Document PreparationValue Engineering AnalysisProject Analysis

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeAccubidAccubid LiveCount

Industry Keywords

Commercial ProjectsIndustrial ProjectsBid DocumentsPreconstruction ActivitiesProject Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and evaluate project plans, specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents.
Calculate electrical construction costs and create accurate, competitive, and profitable bid proposals.
Analyze projects for value engineering opportunities while considering job-specific labor and material conditions.
Identify inconsistencies, conflicts, and other problems in bid documents.
Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
Anticipate potential problems and proactively devise solutions.
Prepare RFI questions.
Request and review material and equipment quotes from vendors and suppliers.
Develop and maintain positive vendor relationships.
Prepare bid documents, including scope letters, Blue Sheets, and Evaluations.
Assist with budget pricing.
Attend estimating, sales, and project meetings to discuss bid status and resolve issues.
Perform job walks as needed to assess field conditions affecting construction, bids, or pre-construction designs.
Keep management, project management, clients, general contractors, and other stakeholders updated on bid progress.
Manage preconstruction activities during the design phase of design-build and design-assist projects.
Assist with turnover meetings for the operations team after project award.
Assist with project pursuits and interviews as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of electrical estimating experience for commercial and industrial projects
Experience estimating projects valued at $5 million and above
Advanced skills with MS Office
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Experience utilizing Accubid and Accubid LiveCount is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k retirement plan with employer matching