Salary: Commensurate with Experience
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Senior Estimator will report to the Chief Estimator in the Estimating / Pre-Construction Department of PJS Electric, Inc. and will lead complex bid development across a diverse project portfolio for electrical construction and utility infrastructure projects. This role demands deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and hands-on proficiency and will collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and vendors, while mentoring junior team members and contributing to continuous improvement of our estimating workflows.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Estimating & Bid Strategy
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for bid-build and design-build projects, including labor, materials, and subcontractor scopes
- Leverage Accubid Anywhere for takeoffs, assemblies, and database management; customize items and pricing for project-specific needs
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to ensure full scope coverage and identify potential gaps or risks
- Coordinate with Bid Administrator to solicit and evaluate vendor/subcontractor quotes
- Develop bid packages, instructions to bidders, and scope clarifications for submission
Project Turnover & Collaboration
- Assemble comprehensive Operational Turnover Packages upon award, including cost codes, budgets, and compliance documentation
- Work with Project Managers and Field Operations to ensure seamless transition from preconstruction to execution
- Support change order pricing and scope adjustments throughout the project lifecycle
Data Management & Strategic Input
- Maintain and refine estimating databases in Accubid Anywhere, including historical cost data and custom assemblies
- Provide pricing insights and market analysis to executive leadership for go/no-go decisions
- Assist in fulfilling DBE/MBE participation goals and documentation for public bids
Team & Vendor Engagement
- Mentor junior estimators and support ongoing training in estimating tools and best practices
- Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations as needed
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering
- 7-10 years of experience in estimating for an electrical contractor
- Fluent in Accubid Anywhere, for takeoffs, optimizing databases, assemblies, and pricing strategies.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision, collaboration, and strategic thinking are key.
- Proactive mindset to mentoring, process improvement, and cross-departmental coordination
KEY BENEFITS:
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Paid Holidays, Vacation and PTO Days
- 401k
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
At PJS Group, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 914-623-9200. PJS Group will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.