Estimator II

FTI

. Forecast costs for potential field projects .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical estimating, including cost forecasting, takeoffs, and bid preparation. Proficient in collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure accurate and complete project estimates.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Estimating ExperienceCost ForecastingElectrical TakeoffTrimble Enterprise ProficiencyMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationTakeoffsCircuitingScaling DrawingsCounting DevicesLabor EstimatesMaterials EstimatesTime EstimatesProject Documentation ReviewBid Organization

Tools & Technologies

PCMicrosoft Office SuiteTrimble Enterprise

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringElectrical Apprenticeship Program Completion

Industry Keywords

Field ProjectsJob Site Walk-ThroughsClients ConsultationVendor CoordinationContractor Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Forecast costs for potential field projects
Independently review specifications and documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
Attend job site walk-throughs as necessary
Organize bid components for accuracy and completeness
Perform takeoffs on screen and from drawings, including circuiting and scaling drawings and counting devices and equipment
Consult with clients, vendors, foremen/superintendents, and project managers to formulate estimates
Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors regarding changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Finalize and follow up on completed bids
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical training, OR completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program (or equivalent work experience, 8,000 hours)
2 to 4 years of electrical estimating experience
Proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in Trimble Enterprise preferred
Willingness to travel 5-10%
Ability to work Monday-Friday between 7 AM and 5 PM
Ability to work overtime when required
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Successful completion of a background and drug test
Electrical takeoff, circuiting, scaling drawings, counting devices and equipment experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and continued education programs
Competitive, merit-based compensation
Career path development
Flexible and robust benefits package
Industry-leading benefits for team members and their families