Electrical Estimator Jobs in Ohio
Electrical Estimator jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand in commercial construction, industrial manufacturing, and power infrastructure across a market that supports everyone from entry-level estimating assistants through senior project estimators. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring centers, home to established contractors and firms like Romanoff Electric, Messer Construction, and Faith Technologies that maintain ongoing estimating teams. The most in-demand specialties are commercial bid estimating, industrial electrical projects, and utility-scale infrastructure work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Electrical Construction Estimator
Company: United Electric Company
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time
About United Electric Company:
United Electric Company, founded in 1957 in Louisville, Kentucky is a prominent industrial electrical contractor specializing in power distribution, manufacturing, and hazardous location services. With over 63 years of experience, the company serves industrial, commercial and utility sectors, providing expertise in all types of electrical work, from industrial installations to automotive factories and commercial buildings. We also specialize in network cabling, storm restoration and electrical maintenance.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence, safety and teamwork. Join a company where your expertise drives success and your career can thrive.
Position Summary:
An electrical construction estimator is responsible for forecasting and calculating the total cost of electrical work for construction projects before work begins. By analyzing blueprints, technical specifications, and site conditions, they determine exact material, labor, and equipment expenses to help contractors submit competitive, profitable bids.
Key Responsibilities:
- The day-to-day responsibilities and tasks of the role include:
- Quantity Takeoffs: Measuring blueprints to quantify required supplies (conduit, wire, fixtures, switchboards, and outlets).
- Labor Forecasting: Estimating the specific man-hours required to install each part of the system based on local labor rates.
- Risk Assessment: Flagging potential scope gaps, hidden costs, or supply chain volatility before bid day.
- Local Permitting: Factoring in specific regulatory and carrying cost
- Own full project P&L performance, forecasting, and cost control
- Lead project planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution strategy
- Identify and mitigate contractual, financial, and operational risks
- Lead and develop Project Managers, Coordinators, and field leadership
- Ensure projects meet United Electric’s standards for safety, quality, and performance
Qualifications:
- Experience in electrical construction project estimation on projects of $2 Million +
- Proven success managing large-scale or highly complex projects
- Strong financial acumen, forecasting, and cost-control expertise
- Deep understanding of contracts, change management, and risk mitigation
- Demonstrated leadership and team development capability
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience
Company Benefits:
United Electric Company offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits designed to support your career growth and well-being, including:
- Paid vacation time: 1 week after 90 days of employment
- Paid Personal Time Off (PTO): 6 days per year
- Company-paid health, dental, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Group Life insurance
- 401k with company match up to 4% after eligibility waiting period
- Company match for the Health Savings Account (HSA): $1.30 match for every $1.00 you contribute, up to the IRS maximum
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allocation after the first year waiting period
- Yearly Bonus Consideration
- Laptop and other necessary equipment
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Pay: $80,900.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical estimator jobs across Ohio.
- Active electrical journeyman or contractor license recognized by the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board
- Proven experience reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and construction documents
- Proficiency with estimating software such as Accubid, ConEst, or similar platforms
- Understanding of National Electrical Code standards as applied to Ohio commercial and industrial projects
- Experience preparing detailed material takeoffs and subcontractor bid packages
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with project managers, suppliers, and general contractors
Electrical Estimator Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical estimator in Ohio?
Most electrical estimators in Ohio start as licensed electricians through the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board, completing an apprenticeship and earning a journeyman or contractor license before moving into estimation. A degree or coursework in construction management or electrical engineering can substitute or complement field experience. Employers typically look for candidates who understand the Ohio Building Code, local permitting processes, and the commercial or industrial project types common to the region.
Which companies hire electrical estimators in Ohio?
Employers hiring electrical estimators in Ohio right now include Jobot, Zenith Systems, and Connico, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of industrial manufacturers, healthcare construction, and large commercial developers means established electrical contractors in the state maintain consistent estimating departments rather than hiring only for individual projects.
Which Ohio cities have the most electrical estimator jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Bedford Heights have the most electrical estimator openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through rapid commercial and data center development, Cleveland draws demand from industrial and healthcare construction along the lakefront, and Cincinnati's manufacturing corridor and cross-border infrastructure projects support a steady need for experienced estimators across both large general contractors and specialty electrical firms.
Are there remote electrical estimator jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most construction trades. About 33% of electrical estimator openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that much of the role involves digital takeoffs, software-based bidding, and vendor coordination that can be done off-site. Site visits and preconstruction meetings still require in-person presence, so fully remote roles are most common at larger firms with dedicated estimating departments.
How can I get hired as a electrical estimator in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is transitioning from a licensed electrician or electrical project coordinator role at a mid-size Ohio contractor, where exposure to bid processes and material pricing is part of the job. Companies like Romanoff Electric and regional commercial contractors in Columbus and Cincinnati regularly hire junior estimators from their own field crews. Building proficiency in takeoff software and completing coursework through the National Electrical Contractors Association can sharpen your candidacy before your first estimating title.
Where can I find and apply to electrical estimator jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to electrical estimator jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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