Senior Electrical Estimator (Dayton’s Best Places to Work) at Reliable Electric – Dayton, Ohio
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About This Position
Senior Electrical Estimator Lead High-Value Projects for Dayton's Business of the Year
This position offers a $20,000 sign on bonus with 5k to be paid at the end of each 3 month period. Monthly car allowance is also available as part of the position
Job Overview:
Company: Reliable Electric.
Salary/Pay Rate: $115,000 - $120,000+ per year plus Signing, Performance, and Year-End Bonuses
Location: Dayton, OH (Onsite).
Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
Schedule: Monday - Friday.
Project Scope: Multi-family, Hotels, Hospitals, and Industrial Projects up to $5M.
Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.
The Opportunity: You will join an award-winning, third-generation family business where your expertise directly shapes the financial success of large-scale electrical installations. As a senior leader, you will have the autonomy to manage complex bids while being supported by a culture that was voted one of Daytons Best Places to Work.
How You Will Make an Impact:
Formulate detailed cost estimates for electrical projects valued up to $5 million to ensure profitable and competitive bidding.
Interpret complex blueprints and specifications to develop comprehensive RFP and RFI documents.
Orchestrate project "war room" meetings with Project Managers to refine estimates 24 hours prior to submission deadlines.
Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with general contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to secure new business.
Execute thorough value engineering analysis to optimize project costs without compromising quality or safety standards.
Conduct on-site project walkthroughs every two months to monitor accuracy between estimated costs and field reality.
Mentor team members through the estimating process while utilizing Accubid software to maintain historical data trends.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
8+ years of dedicated experience in electrical estimating.
Proven track record of successfully estimating multi-family, hospital, or hotel projects.
Proficiency in using Accubid estimating software.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret detailed construction drawings and technical specifications.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills necessary for calculating labor, material, and overhead costs.
High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelors degree in Construction Management or a related field.
Technical proficiency in Bluebeam and ComputerEase software.
Advanced understanding of electrical industry parts, materials, and local codes.
Compensation & Benefits:
Weekly pay cycle with a $20,000 signing bonus.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with company-paid premiums.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Monthly car allowance and provided tech package including a smartphone or tablet.
Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
Paid volunteer time off and multiple annual family events and company outings.
Access to paid training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.
About Us: Reliable Electric is a premier electrical contractor with over 80 years of history and a reputation for treating every employee like family. We pride ourselves on a culture of servant leadership and community involvement, recently winning Family-Owned Business of the Year.
Learn more at https://www.reliableec.com/
Reliable Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.