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Electrical Estimator roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field. Australian professionals bring direct industry credentials U.S. employers value, and the E-3's no-lottery structure means sponsorship can start as soon as you have an offer.
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INTRODUCTION
At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!
In this role, you will be a member of our highly reputable cost management and estimating team. The cost team delivers solutions to clients in the areas of conceptual estimating, budget development, cost planning, feasibility studies, value management, economic forecasting, milestone reports, pre- and post-contract auditing, change order review and reconciliation, BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, life cycle costing, and more. We encourage you to research us to learn more about our outstanding reputation within this service line.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Estimator to join our MEP team, this role has the ability to be remote within the United States, though ideally working near a Cumming Group office. You will be supporting a diverse portfolio of large, high impact projects across multiple sectors. This role is ideal for an electrical estimating professional with strong conceptual estimating experience who enjoys being involved early in project development, shaping budgets, and influencing key cost decisions from the outset. You will work closely with project teams and clients to develop reliable, forward looking mechanical estimates while navigating complex scopes and evolving designs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform workload and team management such as QA/QC, fee proposals, and task management.
- Reconcile invoices and change orders with GC, sub-contractors, and 3rd parties.
- Perform Value Analysis.
- Develop and nurture client relationships to ensure client satisfaction.
- Support senior management by providing needed reports and responding to inquiries for information.
- Mentor estimating technicians, estimators and train in understanding divisions and construction technology.
- Prepare project plans.
- Provide bid analysis and post contract support.
- Participate in peer review process.
- Undertake Risk and Value management evaluations.
- Understand project controls and stakeholders’ requirements.
- Participate in industry events and demonstrate an understanding of the local market.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Attendance at work during normal business hours.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
- Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals.
- Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values.
- Hold self-accountable to individual and team goals.
- Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members and clients.
- Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients.
- Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression.
- Proficient in Cost Estimating for construction projects.
- Provide pricing expertise in various phases of construction work.
- Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing existing customer base.
- Strong research skills and ability to allocate the relevant data.
- Exposure to industry events, functions, & creating a network of key AEC professionals in the market.
- Demonstrate technical knowledge of the construction industry and the ability to use cost-estimating methods.
- Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings.
- Demonstrate a high degree of creativity and latitude.
- Proficient in measurement and having a solid understanding of different trades, procurement strategies, and delivery methods.
- Ability to effectively integrate with other departments.
- Ability to quickly analyze, compare, and interpret detailed but sometimes poorly defined information.
- Possess a working knowledge of the different roles and services Cumming provides and how the cost management team fits in the project.
- Ability to read and interpret various documents such as Arch, Civil, Structural, MEP, Geotech, Site Logistics, and Schedules.
- Ability to communicate with various stakeholders, internal and external to the company.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently.
- Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever-changing work environment.
- Ability to understand contracts and specifications and review construction schedules.
- Strong communication skills.
- Current up to date technology and software knowledge.
- Proficient in excel.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Education: BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
- Experience: 5+ years in Electrical Cost & Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying with professional accreditation
- Preferred Certification: Professional accreditation – MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent
- Ability to read electrical drawings
The salary range for this full-time role is $104,600.00-$139,466.68 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.
In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Short and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.
All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.
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Verify your degree maps to the role
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to align with the specific occupation. A degree in electrical engineering or construction management directly supports an Electrical Estimator petition. A business degree alone may draw an RFE, so document any supplemental coursework or credentials upfront.
Target contractors with active federal project pipelines
Large electrical contractors and mechanical-electrical-plumbing firms working on federal infrastructure projects are practiced at filing LCAs through DOL. Search for companies holding federal contracts, as their HR teams are far more likely to have an established sponsorship process already in place.
Search Migrate Mate for verified E-3 sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to find Electrical Estimator roles where employers have confirmed E-3 visa sponsorship willingness. Filtering by visa type saves you from applying to companies that will stall at the offer stage once sponsorship comes up.
Raise sponsorship before the final interview stage
Electrical estimating roles often move quickly from final interview to offer. Bring up E-3 sponsorship after a second interview but before an offer is extended, so the employer's HR or legal team can confirm LCA readiness without delaying your start date.
Understand the LCA prevailing wage for your metro area
The DOL-certified LCA must list a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your job title and location. Electrical Estimator prevailing wages vary significantly between cities, so verify the correct wage level for your target market before your employer submits the LCA.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after receiving your offer
Once an employer agrees to sponsor, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, from DOL submission through consulate appointment preparation. This removes ambiguity about which forms the employer must file versus what you handle personally.
E-3 Visa Electrical Estimator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Electrical Estimator jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Electrical Estimator roles where employers have confirmed E-3 visa sponsorship. Most standard job boards don't filter by visa type, so you can waste weeks applying to positions where sponsorship was never on the table. Migrate Mate surfaces roles with verified sponsorship willingness, which is the practical starting point for Australian professionals.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Electrical Estimator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, Electrical Estimator qualifies as a specialty occupation when the role requires a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, typically evidenced by a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a closely related field. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the position industry-wide, and estimating roles at mid-to-large contractors typically meet that threshold.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Electrical Estimator roles?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so if you have a qualifying job offer, your employer can file immediately without waiting for a random selection event. H-1B visa petitions are capped at 85,000 per year and require lottery selection before any petition can be filed, meaning most applicants wait at least a year. For Electrical Estimators with an Australian passport, the E-3 is the structurally faster path.
Can I transfer my E-3 if I change Electrical Estimator employers in the United States?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to either apply for a new E-3 visa stamp at an Australian consulate or, in some cases, change status within the U.S. There's no direct transfer between employers. Plan for a gap of several weeks between accepting an offer and your new employer's LCA being certified before you can begin work.