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Electrical Estimator

EMCOR Group

San Leandro, CAFull-time$100–120K/yrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$100–120K/yr
Location
San Leandro, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

EMCOR Group is hiring an Electrical Estimator. EMCOR Group seeks an Electrical Estimator to prepare and coordinate full cost estimates for large, complex HVAC and electrical projects, gathering market intelligence, interpreting drawings and specifications, and collaborating with estimating, engineering, and sales teams to develop winning quotation strategies.

Key focus areas include Actively gather and disseminate market intelligence for each estimating job by talking directly with buyers, end users, vendors, and other sources, Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements to formulate quotation strategies, and Collaborate with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales departments to analyze customer requirements and develop winning strategies.

Successful candidates bring Electrical Engineering Degree Or Electrical Experience, Broad Understanding Of Electrical Systems, and Medium Voltage Experience. Important skills include SharePoint, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Documentation, and Negotiating. Preferred (not required): Market Intelligence Gathering, Interpret Customer Drawings, Interpret Specifications, and Interpret Requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SharePointMicrosoft WordPowerPointExcelDocumentationNegotiatingOrganizational SkillsDetailed WorkFollow Up Through Order ClosureManage Order Throughout Manufacturing ProcessRead and Interpret DrawingsRead and Interpret Construction PlansMarket Intelligence GatheringInterpret Customer DrawingsInterpret SpecificationsInterpret RequirementsAnalyze Customer RequirementsDevelop Winning StrategyMaterial and Labor EstimatesUtilize Estimating DocumentationUtilize Electronic ProgramsPrepare Bill of MaterialPrepare Labor EstimateComplete Documentation on TimeOrganized DocumentationInterpretation of Customer DrawingsInterpretation of SpecificationsQuotation Strategy FormulationCustomer Requirements AnalysisWinning Strategy DevelopmentMaterial Cost EstimationLabor EstimationEstimating Documentation UtilizationElectronic Programs UtilizationReading Construction PlansOrder ManagementOffice SuitePerform Detailed Work PromptlyMarket IntelligenceFormulating Quotation StrategiesIdentify Optimum Cost/Availability of MaterialsPrepare Material and Labor Estimates

Qualifications

Electrical Engineering Degree or Electrical Experience4+ Years Experience as an Electrical Estimator or in a Similar RoleBroad Understanding of All Types of Electrical SystemsMedium VoltageHigh VoltageExperience With Tooling, Machining, Fabrication or Construction Environments and Industries

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

About Us

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on large and complex projects as required by the client’s documents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Actively gather and disseminate market intelligence for each estimating job by talking directly with the buyer, the end user, vendors, and/or other sources of information.

  • Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements as the basis for formulating quotation strategies.

  • Work with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales Departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy for every quotation.

  • Identify the optimum cost/availability of materials within the customer’s approved material supplier or country of origin list and prepare material and labor estimates used in the quotation process.

  • Learn to effectively utilize all estimating documentation and electronic programs to prepare the bill of material and labor estimate for all quotations.

  • Complete all documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.

Qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering degree or electrical experience.

  • 4+ years experience as an electrical estimator or in a similar role preferred.

  • An overall broad understanding of all types of electrical systems. Medium and high voltage.

  • Experience with tooling, machining, fabrication or construction environments and industries.

  • Must be fluent with Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

  • Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret drawings and/or construction plans are required for success.

  • This position requires strong negotiating and organizational skills, the ability to perform detailed work promptly, follow up through order closure, and manage the order throughout the manufacturing process.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.

Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range : $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Benefits : We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

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Job Locations US-CA-San Leandro

ID 2026-50981

Company Mesa Energy Systems, Inc.

Category Operations Services

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Hybrid

Posted Date 1 month ago (7/7/2026 12:59 PM)

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