Electrical Estimator Jobs in California

Electrical Estimator jobs in California are among the most active in the nation, driven by large-scale infrastructure investment, commercial construction, renewable energy buildouts, and data center development from entry-level takeoff roles through senior project estimators. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where firms like Swinerton, Cupertino Electric, and Rosendin Electric have deep roots and consistent estimating needs. The most in-demand specialties are solar and battery storage systems, commercial tenant improvement, and large public works electrical packages. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerA-C Electric Company
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring24
Work type60% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Rosendin Electric
Electrical Estimator
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Electrical Estimator
Rosendin Electric
San Jose, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$104k - $137k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
5,001-10,000

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Primoris Services Corporation
Electrical Estimator - ARB, Inc.
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Electrical Estimator - ARB, Inc.
Primoris Services Corporation
Irvine, California
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$140k - $170k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Senior Project Manager & Estimator (South Bay Electrical)
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Senior Project Manager & Estimator (South Bay Electrical)
CBF INC
Redwood City, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
On-Site

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Electrical Estimator
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Electrical Estimator
Genesis Heart & Vascular Institute
Cypress, California
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$90k - $100k/yr
On-Site

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Superior Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing, Inc.
Commercial Electrical Estimator
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Commercial Electrical Estimator
Superior Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing, Inc.
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$71k - $85k/yr
Hybrid
201-500

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Electrical Estimator Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
3 jobs
Fresno
2 jobs
Irvine
2 jobs
Cypress
2 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Bakersfield
2 jobs
Los Angeles
2 jobs
Brea
1 job
Loomis
1 job

Electrical Estimator Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

A-C Electric Company
A-C Electric Company4 open roles
Rosendin Electric
Rosendin Electric3 open roles
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical estimator jobs across California.

  • Active California Electrical Contractor license or ability to work under a licensed contractor
  • Proven experience reading and interpreting electrical plans, specifications, and one-line diagrams
  • Proficiency in estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, or Bluebeam Revu
  • Familiarity with California Building Code and Title 24 energy compliance requirements
  • Strong knowledge of material takeoffs, labor unit costing, and subcontractor bid analysis
  • Ability to coordinate pre-bid site walks and manage multiple concurrent bid deadlines

Electrical Estimator Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an electrical estimator in California?

Most electrical estimators in California start in the field as journeyman electricians licensed through the California Department of Industrial Relations, then move into estimating after gaining hands-on project experience. A California Electrical Contractor license issued by the Contractors State License Board is often preferred for senior roles. Some enter through construction management or engineering degrees, then build estimating skills on the job or through NECA training programs offered in California.

Which companies hire electrical estimators in California?

Employers hiring electrical estimators in California right now include A-C Electric Company, Rosendin Electric, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large volume of public infrastructure projects and commercial development means demand extends well beyond specialty electrical contractors to general contractors and design-build firms with in-house electrical estimating teams.

Which California cities have the most electrical estimator jobs?

San Francisco, Fresno, and Irvine consistently lead California for electrical estimator openings, reflecting the concentration of commercial construction, tech campus development, and large public works projects in those metros. Smaller markets like Sacramento and Fresno also generate steady openings tied to state government infrastructure spending and Central Valley industrial growth, so the hiring footprint is broader than the coastal metros alone.

Are there remote electrical estimator jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since electrical estimating often requires site walks, in-person bid reviews, and close coordination with field crews. About 40% of electrical estimator openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to concentrate the estimating and takeoff work that can be done digitally, such as plan review, software-based quantity takeoffs, and vendor pricing.

How can I get hired as an electrical estimator in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is joining a large California electrical contractor as a junior estimator or estimating coordinator, supporting senior estimators on bid packages while learning takeoff software and project costing. Firms like Rosendin Electric and Cupertino Electric run structured training pipelines for candidates coming out of IBEW apprenticeships or construction management programs. A Bluebeam or Accubid certification and a portfolio of practice takeoffs built during a NECA or community college construction program gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to electrical estimator jobs in California?

You can find and apply to electrical estimator jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from the listing.

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