Electrical Senior Estimator
The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.
At PCL Industrial Services, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.
We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.
As a Electrical Senior Estimator for PCL Industrial Services, Inc. in Chandler, Arizona, you’ll have the opportunity be part of a company that lead innovative infrastructure projects that shape the future of your community.
Why Choose PCL?
Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do.
Our offerings could include:
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
Here's how a Electrical Senior Estimator for PCL Industrial Services, Inc. within Arizona Industrial contributes to our team:
Responsibilities
- Lead electrical estimating efforts for complex industrial, data center, power, and infrastructure projects.
- Review drawings, specifications, one-lines, P&IDs, and contract documents to define scope and estimate requirements.
- Perform and review quantity takeoffs for power distribution, MV/LV systems, lighting, grounding, instrumentation, controls, and communications.
- Develop labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and productivity pricing for self-perform electrical work.
- Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates through final bid submission.
- Establish estimate schedules, assign work scopes, and coordinate estimating activities across the pursuit team.
- Partner with operations, engineering, procurement, suppliers, and subcontractors to validate pricing, constructability, and execution assumptions.
- Identify risks and opportunities and develop contingencies, clarifications, exclusions, value-engineering options, and pricing strategies.
- Lead estimate reviews and bid strategy discussions and communicate recommendations to leadership and clients.
- Lead and mentor estimating team members and review work for accuracy and completeness.
- Complete estimate turnover, support procurement and award recommendations, and capture learned lessons and historical cost/productivity data.
Qualifications
Required:
- 10+ years of progressive electrical construction and/or estimating experience; equivalent field, trade, or project experience considered.
- Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, systems, sequencing, and installation requirements.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, specifications, P&IDs, schematics, and related construction documents.
- Understanding of quantity takeoffs, labor/productivity, materials, equipment, constructability, and project costs.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and ability to use or quickly learn estimating/takeoff tools such as Bluebeam.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to lead estimating efforts and collaborate effectively with operations, engineering, field teams, procurement, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Comfortable working primarily in an office-based estimating environment and continuing to develop estimating and bid-leadership skills.
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field; equivalent electrical trade/construction experience valued.
- Previous electrical estimating and/or self-perform estimating experience.
- Heavy industrial experience; large, complex commercial, data center, or mission-critical experience with transferable electrical scope also considered.
- Experience supporting or leading medium-to-large electrical estimates or significant electrical packages. Experience with $25M+ projects/pursuits preferred but not required.
- Experience with MV/LV distribution, switchgear, transformers, MCCs/VFDs, instrumentation, controls, or other complex electrical systems.
- Experience leading estimate reviews, mentoring estimators, or supporting bid strategy, procurement, value engineering, and client presentations.
Your Work Has Purpose Here
PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.
At PCL Industrial Services, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.
We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@pcl.com and include the position and location of interest.
Company: PCL Industrial Services, Inc.
Primary Location: Chandler, Arizona
Job Title: Electrical Senior Estimator
Requisition ID: 13323
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix