Electrical Estimator

Tri-City Group is seeking an on-site Electrical Estimator in Cedar Rapids, IA. This position is responsible for identifying, quantifying, and pricing change order work while collaborating closely with project teams, subcontractors, and clients on a mission-critical hyperscale project.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review and analyze updated drawings, Bulletins, RFIs, ASIs, field directives, and contract documents to identify scope changes

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs based on updated drawings and field conditions

• Develop complete scopes of work for change orders, including labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor requirements

• Price change orders using labor units, historical data, and field-verified productivity

• Apply appropriate labor factors for overtime, shift work, congestion, trade stacking, and schedule acceleration

• Interface daily with superintendents and foremen to validate installation methods, production rates, and field conditions

• Track and document all change events from identification through execution and final resolution

• Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier change order pricing

• Prepare detailed and organized cost backup to support change order submissions and negotiations

• Participate in change order negotiations with clients and general contractors

• Maintain an up-to-date change order log, including pending, approved, and disputed items

• Identify and quantify schedule-related impacts, including inefficiencies, out-of-sequence work, and acceleration

• Support time-and-material (T&M) tracking and validation, including field tickets and installed quantities

• Coordinate closely with project management to align change order strategy with overall project financial goals

• Professionally interact with customers, other trades, general contractors, and internal staff

• Maintain strong working relationships with field teams and external partners

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Electrical Estimator in construction, contracting, or a related industry

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, and industry standards

• Proficiency with estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite

• Required: This position requires working on-site, in Cedar Rapids, IA

Candidates must possess a strong understanding of electrical systems, installation methods, and construction sequencing, along with proven experience in estimating in electrical construction or a related industry. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented and able to translate field conditions into accurate cost and schedule impacts while meeting tight deadlines.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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