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Electrical Estimator

South AfricaRemoteFull-time366k2026-10-30
Remote

Core

Review technical drawings and specifications to calculate material and labour requirements for commercial electrical projects.

Role type

Electrical Estimator

Builds

Cost estimates for commercial electrical and rehabilitation projects

Domain

Electrical construction / Commercial contracting

Required skills

Electrical drawing interpretation, Material take-offs, Cost estimation, Labour calculation, Project scope analysis, Estimating software proficiency

Preferred skills

US electrical construction experience, Rehabilitation/renovation estimating, Business owner communication

Technologies

Accubid, ConEst, STACK, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Review and interpret architectural and electrical drawings, Calculate material quantities and labour costs, Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing breakdowns, Identify project risks and scope gaps, Communicate estimates and assumptions to the business owner

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC