Mid Level Estimator Jobs
Mid level estimator jobs go to professionals ready to own project scopes end to end, coordinate with project managers and subcontractors, and deliver accurate bids with limited oversight. Roles run across Staffing & Recruiting, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions, and employers like Jobot, Quanta Services, and Hays hiring at this level now.
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Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its Kansas City team. This position will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, developing competitive bids, and collaborating with project managers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors to support successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and bid documents.
- Perform detailed electrical takeoffs based on contract documents.
- Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and competitive bids.
- Develop proposals, scope letters, bid forms, and itemized pricing.
- Review and verify vendor and subcontractor proposals.
- Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, clients, foremen, and management.
- Maintain knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and apply requirements to project documents.
- Attend pre-bid meetings as needed.
- Identify and resolve estimating-related issues.
- Prepare project information for handoff to the project management team.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, preferably in commercial or industrial construction.
- Experience with design-build projects preferred.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems and construction methods.
- Experience with estimating software; Accubid preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its Kansas City team. This position will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, developing competitive bids, and collaborating with project managers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors to support successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and bid documents.
- Perform detailed electrical takeoffs based on contract documents.
- Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and competitive bids.
- Develop proposals, scope letters, bid forms, and itemized pricing.
- Review and verify vendor and subcontractor proposals.
- Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, clients, foremen, and management.
- Maintain knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and apply requirements to project documents.
- Attend pre-bid meetings as needed.
- Identify and resolve estimating-related issues.
- Prepare project information for handoff to the project management team.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, preferably in commercial or industrial construction.
- Experience with design-build projects preferred.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems and construction methods.
- Experience with estimating software; Accubid preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
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Who's Hiring
- Jobot98
- Quanta Services10
- Hays8
- Rosendin Electric6
- Michels4
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting113
- Construction & Real Estate65
- Consulting & Professional Services20
- Energy16
- Manufacturing11
Mid Level Estimator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level estimator job?
Position yourself around the bids and projects you have owned independently, not just supported. Highlight experience with takeoffs, cost databases, and subcontractor coordination. Tailor your resume to the sector you are targeting, whether construction, manufacturing, or another field, since estimating tools and workflows vary. Quantify outcomes where you can, such as bid win rates or cost accuracy improvements, to show the impact of your work.
Which companies hire mid level estimators?
Companies hiring mid level estimators right now include Jobot, Quanta Services, and Hays, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers general contractors, specialty subcontractors, engineering and design-build firms, and manufacturers who run in-house estimating teams.
Are there remote mid level estimator jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by sector. About 9% of mid level estimator openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with the strongest remote options in manufacturing cost estimating and certain pre-construction roles where site visits are minimal. Construction-heavy positions still skew toward on-site or hybrid arrangements.
How do I move up to a mid level estimator role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from taking on progressively larger scopes with less supervision. Build fluency in industry-standard software, develop a feel for subcontractor and material pricing, and seek out projects where you own the estimate from quantity takeoff through bid submission. Demonstrating that your numbers hold up after award is one of the clearest signals that you are ready for more responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level estimators?
Mid Level estimator roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because project pipelines are large enough to require dedicated estimating staff who can work with real autonomy and volume.