Electrical Estimator Jobs in Pennsylvania
Electrical Estimator jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in commercial construction, industrial facilities, and infrastructure work at every level from entry-level estimating assistant through senior estimator and chief estimator. The heaviest hiring runs through Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley, where large electrical contractors and construction firms such as Farfield Company, University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors, and EMCOR Group maintain ongoing presences. The most in-demand specialties across Pennsylvania are commercial bid preparation, industrial project estimation, and design-build cost analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Brother’s Inc. is a well-established regional electrical contractor serving Southeast Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Delaware. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Residential Electrical Estimator to join our team and play a key role in securing profitable single- and multi-family residential projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Review plans, specs, and site conditions to produce takeoffs and cost estimates
- Prepare detailed labor, material, and equipment cost breakdowns
- Create competitive, accurate bids and proposals
- Coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to confirm pricing and lead times
- Maintain estimate files, scope clarifications, and historical cost data
- Support value engineering and change order pricing
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years estimating experience in residential electrical construction (or strong electrical field background with estimating exposure)
- Proficiency with takeoff/estimating tools (e.g., Winest, Excel) — willing to train on company software
- Strong understanding of residential electrical systems, labor productivity, and basic code requirements
- Excellent attention to detail, math skills, and written communication
- Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines
Compensation
- Salary: $85,000- $110,000 annually
Benefits
- Health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) match
- Ongoing training and opportunities for advancement
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical estimator jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Journeyman or master electrician license recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
- Minimum three to five years of electrical construction estimating experience required
- Proficiency in estimating software such as Accubid, Trimble, or Bluebeam
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical plans, specifications, and single-line diagrams
- Experience estimating commercial, industrial, or institutional electrical projects in a Pennsylvania market
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related technical field preferred
Electrical Estimator Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical estimator in Pennsylvania?
Most electrical estimators in Pennsylvania come up through the trades, earning a journeyman electrician license issued through the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry after completing an apprenticeship registered with the state. From there, many move into estimating roles by building takeoff and bidding skills on the job. A degree in construction management or electrical engineering strengthens candidacy, and the American Society of Professional Estimators offers the Certified Professional Estimator credential that Pennsylvania contractors recognize.
Which companies hire electrical estimators in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring electrical estimators in Pennsylvania right now include Jobot, TWD Technologies, and Universal Electrical Service, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of large commercial contractors and institutional construction clients means estimator openings appear regularly at both regional firms and national contractors with Pennsylvania operations.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most electrical estimator jobs?
The cities with the most electrical estimator openings in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Souderton. Philadelphia drives volume through its large commercial development and institutional construction pipeline, Pittsburgh through industrial and healthcare facility work, and the Lehigh Valley through its expanding distribution and manufacturing base, all of which require active electrical estimating teams at major contractors serving those markets.
Are there remote electrical estimator jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since electrical estimating often involves site visits, in-person bid reviews, and close coordination with field crews. About 25% of electrical estimator openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply most to the takeoff, quantity, and document-review portions of the work rather than pre-bid walkthroughs.
How can I get hired as a electrical estimator in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an estimating assistant or junior estimator role at a mid-size Pennsylvania electrical contractor while holding a current Pennsylvania electrician apprentice registration or journeyman license. Firms such as those affiliated with the National Electrical Contractors Association's Pennsylvania chapters regularly bring on candidates transitioning from field work. Building familiarity with Accubid or Trimble estimating software on your own, even through trial versions, signals readiness and meaningfully separates first-time applicants.
Where can I find and apply to electrical estimator jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to electrical estimator jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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