Electrical Estimator

Job Title: Electrical Estimator (Substation / HV)

Pay Rate: $110,000 to $130,000/YEARJob Requisition: PP0005445Location: Syracuse, NY About the RoleOur client is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support bidding and preconstruction activities for high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure projects. This position focuses on developing accurate project cost estimates for substations, transmission systems, utility-scale installations, and related energy infrastructure. The successful candidate will combine strong electrical construction knowledge with hands-on estimating skills to evaluate project scope, labor requirements, material costs, and subcontractor pricing. Experience working with complex utility power projects and independently preparing competitive bid proposals is essential.

Job Duties: Develop detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for HV/MV substations, transmission and distribution systems, and utility electrical construction projects. Review requests for proposals, technical specifications, construction drawings, and contractual scope documents to establish project requirements. Perform comprehensive material, equipment, and labor quantity takeoffs for electrical installations. Calculate project costs using current labor rates, material pricing, equipment costs, and subcontractor quotations. Evaluate construction methods and installation requirements to determine appropriate labor resources and project costs. Identify scope gaps, pricing discrepancies, constructability concerns, and potential financial risks before bid submission. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, project management, and field construction teams to validate technical assumptions and estimated costs. Support estimates for battery energy storage systems (BESS), gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), renewable energy facilities, and other utility-scale projects as applicable. Compare self-performed work against subcontracting options to support cost-effective execution strategies. Assess project profitability, evaluate cost-saving opportunities, and contribute to competitive bid pricing. Participate in pre-bid discussions, project site visits, and bid review meetings as required. Communicate estimate assumptions, exclusions, quantities, and pricing rationale to internal stakeholders. Develop and maintain cost databases covering electrical materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractor pricing. Monitor changes in market pricing and construction costs to improve estimating accuracy. Prepare clear, organized estimating documentation and proposals for submission through applicable client portals.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or a related field; equivalent relevant trade and estimating experience may be considered. Demonstrated experience preparing electrical construction estimates and independently developing bid proposals. Direct experience estimating HV/MV substations, transmission and distribution systems, or comparable utility power infrastructure projects. Hands-on expertise in material takeoffs, labor calculations, equipment pricing, and project cost development. Ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and RFP packages. Practical understanding of electrical construction methods, installation requirements, subcontractor pricing, and project scope evaluation. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with Visio, Project, and OneDrive. Experience with electrical estimating software such as EBM and Accubid is highly relevant. Familiarity with online client portals and Oracle Primavera P6 is beneficial. Strong analytical, organizational, documentation, and communication skills. Ability to collaborate with preconstruction, engineering, purchasing, project management, and field construction personnel. Experience with BESS, GIS, renewable energy, and utility-scale electrical installations is preferred. Ability to attend project meetings and site visits as required.