Electrical Estimator

About the Role

We are looking for an Electrical Estimator to join our Preconstruction team in our Atlanta, GA office. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate electrical trades, including medium and low voltage systems and associated systems.


• Prepare mechanical cost estimates from the conceptual phase through the final construction documents.


• Review and validate subcontractor proposal pricing and change orders.


• Develop value analysis by identifying cost-efficient alternatives to proposed scopes.


• Support meetings with owners, architects, and engineers for all aspects of the cost phase.


• Lead electrical cost efforts in core markets: Data Centers, Aviation, Higher Education, Corporate/Commercial Office, and Laboratories.


• Perform material takeoff, input data into computerized cost models, and apply electrical estimating manuals and guidelines.


• Prepare comparative cost analysis and explain variances to project stakeholders.


• Communicate with electrical equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, and subcontractors.


• Manage, train, and mentor junior electrical estimators.


• Represent Holder at coordination meetings and industry events, maintaining positive relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients.


• Provide internal communication among departments and project stakeholders.


• Prepare detailed MEP analyses of subcontractor and vendor bid proposals with recommendations.


• Own the creation, updating, and presentation of project cost deliverables and tools to clients.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or equivalent, with MEP Electrical Subcontractor Estimating Experience.


• 3-7 years of electrical estimating experience specific to medium and low voltage systems and associated special systems.


• Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications.


• Familiarity with MEP systems concepts, practices, and procedures; considers raw materials, labor, equipment, tools, and transportation for estimations.


• Experience leading a team of electrical estimators.


• Outstanding communication and time management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.

Preferred:

• Experience with electrical commercial trade software such as Accubid Anywhere or Accubid Classic.


• Working knowledge of electrical estimating manuals and guidelines, such as NECA.


• Ability to work collaboratively, adapt to change, and present ideas clearly.


• Proven ability to develop and lead teams, provide constructive feedback, and encourage high performance.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

​Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.