Estimator Electrical Construction

Here at Mid-City Electric, you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining a community that takes pride in building something bigger together. Collaboration, respect, and ownership are at the heart of everything we do (and yes, we mean that literally. We’re 100% employee-owned!).

Our people-first culture has earned us recognition as a four-time Top Workplace, but what really sets us apart is how much we invest in our team’s growth, well-being, and success. From day one, you’ll share in our ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and enjoy benefits that make life easier and brighter; like 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, a low-deductible PPO plan, automatic 401(k) contributions, generous PTO (including your birthday off!), and even an on-site fitness center to help you recharge. The modern, welcoming office here reflects the energy and innovation of the people inside it.

If you’re ready to join a team where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and your career can truly grow, we want to hear from you.

Estimator

Estimators at Mid-City Electric provide the planning, coordinating, and completion of estimates for commercial electrical construction projects at some of the most sought-after job sites in the central Ohio area. The estimator is responsible for calculating costs and resources needed for assigned projects. This involves analyzing drawings, specifications, and other project documents to determine labor, material, and equipment costs. Estimators are successful at delivering results on time with all the i’s dotted and t’s crossed. They work with a wide range of internal and external personnel, establishing strong professional relationships while maintaining high communication standards.

What You Will Be Doing:

Review proposal specifications and drawings and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.

Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, and other sources into unit and manhour figures.

Prepare estimates by calculating the complete takeoff of the scope of work.

Coordinate the total estimate relevant to the assigned project.

Maintain files of working documents as a backup for estimate figures.

Interface with owners, general contractors, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.

Follow awarded contracts as assigned – may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring material, and other activities as needed.

May review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or material availability.

May require on-site presence to carry out duties and collaborate with the team.

Carry out and support the company’s core values of Exceptional Work Ethic, Always Doing the Right Thing, Customer Service Driven, and Treating Our People Like Family.

Other duties as assigned to aid in company and professional success.

Successful Estimators Have Experience:

Reviewing proposal specifications, drawings, and attending pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents of estimate

Preparing estimates by calculating the complete takeoff based on the scope of work

Securing profitable work

Maintaining strong, positive relationships

Maintaining high levels of communication with all parties involved in projects

Follow awarded contracts which include estimating extra work charges, change orders, credits, procuring materials, etc.

Maintain knowledge of competitive advantage in the industry to aid bid process

Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information

Obtain accurate quotes for materials and systems to establish accurate cost estimates

Key Experience Needed to Hit the Ground Running:

Educational and experience requirements include a 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of electrical technical training and/or experience

2-4 years of estimating, controls, and/or electrical engineering experience in commercial construction

Strong knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control with the ability to interpret cost data and systems

Proficiency using Accubid or similar estimating software

What Would Really Make You Shine:

Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite

Strong communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills

Ability to work under supervision and independently

Ability to deal effectively with people beyond giving and receiving instructions

Be orderly and systematic in work

See details and recognize errors, implementing corrective action as needed

Use logical procedures in completing work

Proactive, pursuing results with energy, drive, professionalism, and urgency

Understand ideas and present information clearly

Demonstrate commitment to the company's core values of Exceptional Work Ethic, Always Doing the Right Thing, Customer Service Driven, and Treating Our People Like Family.

What Would Earn You Continued Career Growth & Development:

Seeking information from a variety of sources, in a variety of ways, to clarify situations and facilitate effective planning, decision-making and problem solving

Developing and implementing logical approaches to problems

Keeping desired results in mind by having set goals and focusing on achieving them

Demonstrating keen attention to detail

Fostering teamwork to make the dream work!

Why You Should Work at Mid-City Electric:

Salary ranges from $95,000 for entry-level to $117,000+ per year for experienced employees

Annual bonus potential

We are 100% employee-owned!

100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependent family members

Medical is a traditional PPO plan with a low deductible of $300!

$45,000 of free life insurance for all employees with the opportunity to purchase more coverage at low group rates

Short-and long-term disability plans

Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care

15 days of PTO in the first year

Education reimbursement

9 paid holidays (including a day for your birthday!)

Automatic 401(k) contributions of 3% of salary, regardless of individual contribution

On-site fitness center and training

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonuses

Financial and health wellness programming

Fantastic office with great amenities conveniently located in Westerville