YA Group

YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation. YA Engineering Services (“YAES”) is a national forensic multi-disciplinary consulting firm. YAES provides immediate response to new assignments, performs investigations in a timely manner, and provides comprehensive reports that are clear, concise, and backed by reasonable analyses and recommendations.

Electrical Estimator

Location

United States

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Mid Level

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Electrical Estimator

YA Group

Role Description The Electrical Cost Estimator focuses on electrical demolition, temporary power and lighting, distribution, lighting systems, wiring devices, branch circuits, equipment connections, communications equipment, access control, AV/IT, and other electrical systems. This role is responsible for producing accurate, detailed cost estimates that help stakeholders make informed decisions about scope and budget alignment. The Estimator works collaboratively with clients, design teams, and internal colleagues to deliver high-quality pre-construction support. In this role, you will: - Review and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and narratives. - Participate in client and internal project kick-off meetings. - Develop and submit RFIs and solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors. - Perform electrical quantity take-offs using OST, Sage, BIM, and other estimating software. - Apply appropriate unit pricing using historical data, vendor quotes, and market benchmarks. - Conduct comparative cost analyses to identify opportunities for budget alignment. - Maintain strong, positive working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders. - Prepare organized, standardized estimate reports for client and internal use. - Deliver estimates and follow up with clients in a timely manner. - Support closeout documentation efforts as needed. - Contribute to improvements in electrical estimating processes and best practices. - Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications - Familiarity with building electrical systems preferred. - Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. - Experience with OST, or similar estimating software preferred. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. - Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Benefits - Employee-focused culture - Strong commitment to work-life balance - Remote work - Flexible vacation & Paid holidays - Paid family care/sick leave - Parental leave - Medical, Dental, Vision + more - 401k w/match - Career growth - Competitive salaries + Bonus - Title and pay commensurate with experience. - This role offers clear opportunities for career progression, with advancement based on performance and impact. - Applicants with Military backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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