Distribution Estimator - REMOTE

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$140,000 per annum
Power
Posted1 minute ago
Ref. NumberIR-1417

Overview

InfraRec is partnering with a reputable regional contractor headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, to recruit an Electrical Overhead Distribution Estimator. This is a fully remote opportunity with a well-established player in the power and utility construction sector. The organization is part of a growing construction conglomerate backed by private equity, offering a stable platform for continued business growth and project opportunities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for overhead electrical distribution projects, supporting project bids and helping the business secure new work.

Salary: $120,000 to $140,000

Location: Remote, United States
 

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for overhead electrical distribution projects, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs.

• Review project drawings, specifications, bid documents, and scope requirements to establish accurate project pricing.

• Develop material takeoffs and labor estimates based on project plans and construction requirements.

• Analyze project risks, site conditions, and scope variations that may affect overall costs.

• Obtain and review supplier and subcontractor pricing to support competitive bids.

• Coordinate with project management, operations, procurement, and business development teams throughout the estimating process.

• Prepare bid proposals, pricing summaries, and supporting documentation for submission.

• Review historical project costs and estimating data to improve pricing accuracy and consistency.

• Identify potential cost savings, scope gaps, and commercial risks before bid submission.
 

Qualifications

• Experience estimating electrical overhead distribution, utility construction, or power distribution projects.

• Knowledge of overhead distribution systems, including poles, conductors, transformers, and associated electrical equipment.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, construction plans, specifications, and bid packages.

• Experience preparing material takeoffs, labor calculations, and detailed project cost estimates.

• Familiarity with utility construction methods, applicable standards, and project costing practices.

• Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and related construction technology.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to work with operations, project management, and external suppliers.
 

Day-to-Day

• Review incoming bid opportunities and assess project scope, requirements, and deadlines.

• Analyze drawings and specifications to determine material quantities, labor requirements, and equipment needs.

• Build cost estimates using project data, supplier quotes, labor rates, and historical pricing.

• Coordinate with internal teams to validate construction methods, schedules, and resource requirements.

• Request and review vendor and subcontractor quotes.

• Identify pricing discrepancies, scope exclusions, and potential project risks.

• Finalize estimates and prepare bid documentation for internal review and submission.
 

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $120,000 to $140,000.

• Fully remote working arrangement.

• Opportunity to join a reputable regional contractor with an established presence in the power and utility construction sector.

• Backing from a growing construction conglomerate with private equity investment.

• Exposure to a range of overhead electrical distribution projects and ongoing business growth.

• Opportunity to contribute directly to bid strategy, project selection, and commercial performance.

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