Job Description

Electrical Estimator - High-Impact Government Builds | MD

Work with a supportive team where your estimating skills shine! Contribute your estimating expertise to $50M+ projects!

About Our Client

My client is a well-established General Contractor with over 25 years of success in both government and private sectors. Based near Columbia and Bowie, they offer a steady pipeline of large-scale projects ($50M+ avg.), competitive benefits, and annual bonuses up to 20%-a strong opportunity for estimators looking to advance in a stable, growth-focused environment.

Job Description

The Electrical Estimator - High-Impact Government Builds | MD will be responsible for:

• Establishing project timelines, delegating tasks, and monitoring key deliverables while proactively resolving any issues
• Creating detailed cost estimates through plan/spec analysis and quantity take-offs
• Preparing conceptual estimates using limited design information with minimal vendor input
• Driving vendor and subcontractor engagement and managing the full RFP process
• Reviewing, qualifying, and leveling subcontractor proposals to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements
• Assembling comprehensive bid packages with clear scope and pricing breakdowns
• Reviewing and refining bid/RFP content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client expectations
• Identifying potential risks and opportunities in proposals and providing strategic recommendations
• Collaborating with internal experts and external stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality submissions
• Drafting and editing key proposal sections such as executive summaries, technical approaches, and pricing strategies
• Formatting and producing visually polished and professional bid documents
• Fostering positive relationships with clients, vendors, and partners while addressing feedback and resolving conflicts
• Contributing innovative ideas to improve bid content, processes, and presentation
• Evaluating labor, materials, timelines, and potential risks to determine project feasibility and budgets
• Presenting findings and recommendations to leadership through reports and presentations
• Estimating costs for both new construction and retrofit projects
• Reviewing plans/specs to resolve RFIs and design conflicts
• Researching and procuring LEED-compliant products as needed
• Supporting ongoing business development efforts through market research and relationship building
• Performing additional duties as required to support project and company success

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The Electrical Estimator - High-Impact Government Builds | MD will have:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent hands-on experience
• Prior experience working in the Washington, D.C. market preferred
• Background in federal or government-sector projects is a plus
• 3-7 years of dedicated electrical estimating experience required
• Proven track record bidding projects ranging from $100K to $5M
• Must hold (or be able to obtain) security clearance for government work

What's on Offer

The Electrical Estimator - High-Impact Government Builds | MD will receive:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $100K-$130K, based on experience
• 50/50 cost-shared medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Annual performance bonuses up to 20%
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Join a company that truly values employee growth and well-being

Job Summary

Sector: Construction

Sub Sector: Estimator

Industry: Property

Location: Columbia

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Jessica Grocer

Job Reference: JN-072025-6785869

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