Electrical Estimator

Job Description

Salary: $30-$35 per hour, depending on qualifications

About the Company:

Lubbock Electric Company has an 80-year history as a family business in Lubbock, TX. We help industrial plants protect and maintain operations through expert industrial equipment services, like electric motor repair, air compressor repair, custom automation control systems, electrical installation and troubleshooting, infrared thermography inspections, preventive maintenance, and equipment sales. We pride ourselves on peer-to-peer professionalism, customer-centric decision-making, and collaborative work processes. Our goal is to deliver the highest quality service to our customers through extensive investment in our employees skills and the tools they need to be successful.

Location: 1108 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79411

About the position:

Lubbock Electric Company is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate, detailed, and competitive cost estimates for industrial and commercial electrical projects. This role involves analyzing project plans, identifying labor, material, and time requirements, and preparing timely proposals for potential and existing clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical systems, the ability to interpret technical documents, excellent attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Please submit three professional references with your application, including names, job titles, companies, and contact information.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Analyze project plans, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to produce accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates

Perform detailed material takeoffs and labor estimates for electrical installations, upgrades, and repairs in industrial and commercial facilities

Identify potential risks, project challenges, or areas of concern and incorporate them into estimates

Prepare detailed cost breakdowns including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing, and overhead

Collaborate with customers, electricians, and controls technicians to ensure estimates align with technical requirements and client goals

Solicit pricing from vendors and subcontractors; maintain positive relationships with suppliers and partners to ensure competitive pricing and reliable service

Submit bid proposals on time and in accordance with bid specifications and company standards

Participate in pre-construction meetings, site visits, and customer discussions to clarify scope and expectations

Support the transition from estimating to project execution, assisting with budgeting and cost tracking.

Stay informed on industry trends, material and labor costs, and changes in electrical codes and safety standards

Update historical data and pricing tools to reflect current market conditions and improve future estimating accuracy

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical estimating, especially with industrial or heavy commercial projects

In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, NEC requirements, and construction practices

Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft 365 programs, like Word, Excel, and Outlook

Strong math and analytical skills, with the ability to accurately calculate quantities, labor units, material costs, and other project-related figures

Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with clients, vendors, and internal teams effectively

Self-motivated and organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Analytical and inquisitive skills

Strong business acumen and sound judgment

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and follow established procedures and protocols

Eligibility to work in the USA

Preferred Qualifications:

Journeyman or Master Electrician license

Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or similar designation

Proficiency with electrical estimating software, such as McCormick or similar tools

Work Environment:

The Electrical Estimator will work at a desk in a climate-controlled office but will be required to travel to customer sites with the potential for exposure to moving mechanical parts, rotating equipment, forklifts, loud noises, etc.

Work Schedule: 8:00 to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday

Pay Range: $30 to $35 per hour, depending on qualifications and quality of references

Benefits:

8 paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, and Christmas

Up to 5 days of paid time off (PTO) during the first year

13-25 days of PTO determined by years of service after the first year

401(k) retirement account with company match (eligible after six months of employment)

HMO & PPO health insurance plan options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums covered 100% for the employee by the company

Dependent premiums covered 35% by the company

Short-term and long-term disability insurance covered for employees by the company

$50,000 life insurance benefit covered by the company

Flexible spending account for healthcare expenses

Full-time