Electrical and HVAC Estimator

We’re looking for a Mid-Level Electrical & HVAC Estimator with at least 3 years of U.S. market estimating experience. You’ll be responsible for preparing competitive bids and detailed cost estimates for commercial electrical and HVAC projects. You’ll work directly within the client’s systems and collaborate with the team to ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with current Maryland/Mid-Atlantic market conditions.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and competitive estimates and bids for commercial electrical and HVAC projects; Review project plans, specifications, scopes, and other bid documents to determine labor, materials, equipment, and overall project costs; Analyze project requirements and develop pricing appropriate for the Maryland commercial market; Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for electrical and/or HVAC scopes; Work directly within client systems and estimating platforms; Maintain organized and accurate estimating records and pricing information; Collaborate with the client team throughout the estimating and bidding process; Research and apply current market pricing, labor costs, and material costs; Identify potential cost risks, scope gaps, and estimating discrepancies before bids are submitted; Help improve and maintain efficient estimating workflows and processes; Meet deadlines and manage multiple estimates while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Requirements

3+ years of estimating experience within the U.S. market; Experience estimating commercial electrical and/or HVAC projects; Strong understanding of U.S. commercial construction practices and pricing; Civil Engineering degree or equivalent hands-on estimating experience; Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills; Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy; Ability to analyze plans, specifications, scopes, and construction documents; Strong understanding of labor, material, and project costing; Able to work independently and take ownership of assigned estimates; Comfortable working remotely while being fully embedded in the client’s systems and processes; Able to work a full-time schedule aligned with Eastern Time; Willingness to complete a paid skills assessment as part of the hiring process; Full-time availability, 40 hours/week; Dedicated to one client during working hours; Ability to work on Eastern Time; Comfortable working remotely and directly within client systems

Nice to have

Experience with Maryland or Mid-Atlantic projects; ServiceTitan; McCormick; Snap Count; Bluebeam; PlanSwift; Procore; On-Screen Takeoff (OST); Portfolio or work samples showing successful competitive bids and estimates; Experience with complex commercial electrical systems, HVAC systems, or both; Strong understanding of local market pricing and competitive bidding; Track record of producing accurate estimates under tight deadlines; Experience working directly with U.S.-based contractors or construction companies