Civil / Electrical Estimator
Job Description
At Studebaker Electric, Inc., we specialize in public infrastructure and heavy civil electrical work, including airfield lighting, roadway lighting & signals, and underground utilities. We’re looking for an estimator who can develop accurate, competitive bids from start to finish. You’ll be a key part of a growing company, working on complex public works projects, with the opportunity to take real ownership of your work and make an impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, think critically, and take pride in building strong estimates, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Own bids start to finish
- Review plans, specs, and addenda to fully understand project scope
- Produce complete takeoffs in a clean, consistent, organized format
- Develop accurate estimates in HeavyBid from start to finish
- Identify scope gaps, conflicts, and risks; ask the right questions early
- Proactively engage with General Contractors to clarify scope, resolve ambiguities, and ensure proper coordination of our work within the overall project
- Solicit and level subcontractor quotes
- Procure and analyze material pricing
- Evaluate multiple means & methods to build the job most efficiently
- Incorporate local conditions (labor rates, night work, access constraints, etc.)
- Prepare and submit bids on time
- Continuously improve estimate quality, organization, and processes
Qualifications & Skills Requirements:
- Experience as an estimator in electrical, heavy civil, or underground utilities is preferred
- Experience with HeavyBid is preferred
- Proficient in Bluebeam
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications independently
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Organized and able to follow structured estimating systems
- Effective communicator who can escalate questions appropriately
- Strong computer skills and overall technical proficiency
Benefits Include: Medical/Vision/Dental, 2 Weeks PTO (on an accrued basis), 1 Week sick, 401k with 4% Match, Merit based bonuses
