Electrical Construction Chief Estimator in Chicago

Job Description

Chief Electrical Estimator

Strategic Leadership Opportunity

Salary: $180k

As our Chief Electrical Estimator, you'll be the expert behind the numbers. Your work sets the foundation for winning projects and building trust with our clients. You'll lead the estimating team, bring accuracy to every bid, and ensure that we price projects to succeed-not just to win on paper.

A Day in the life of a Chief Estimator:

•           Lead the full estimating process for complex electrical projects-from bid review through final proposal.
•           Evaluate drawings, specifications, and scope to build complete, accurate cost estimates.
•           Partner with PM's, engineers, and preconstruction teams to align estimates with execution strategies.
•           Mentor and coach estimators, helping them grow technical expertise and confidence.
•           Build strong relationships with vendors, ensuring we get the best pricing and insights.
•           Contribute to strategy: deciding which projects to pursue, stay competitive, and where to innovate.

Chief Electrical Estimator

Why this role is key to the client's and your success?

Your work determines whether we win the right projects at the right price. By delivering accurate, thoughtful estimates, you'll not only strengthen our bottom line but also protect our teams in the field-setting them up with realistic budgets and achievable goals.

Chief Electrical Estimator Required Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in electrical estimating, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and industry standards.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Proficiency in estimating software (Accubid, Trimble, Bluebeam, or similar).
• The ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, and specifications.
• Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, and NETA standards.
• Ability to interpret one-lines, riser diagrams, panel schedules, and coordination studies.
• Strong communication skills to lead issue resolution with contractors, engineers, commissioning agents, and clients.

Confidential inquiries and applications are invited.

Please to be considered please contact cynthia.stutz@gogpac.com 605.231.4909

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.