Estimator Jobs in Tennessee
Estimator jobs in Tennessee are consistently active, with demand concentrated in construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors and openings at every level from entry-level junior estimator through senior project estimator. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga drive the heaviest hiring, anchored by employers like Skanska, Brasfield and Gorrie, and Vulcan Materials. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction estimating, mechanical and electrical systems cost analysis, and heavy civil project bidding. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Electrical Estimator
Company Overview
Would you enjoy being involved in executing large-scale, complex infrastructure projects? Connico is a national construction consultancy known for its experienced team and commitment to exceptional client service. With deep experience in aviation and complex infrastructure, we are continuing to expand our work across energy, federal, and defense markets. Our work is technical, but how we do the work matters just as much as the quality of what we deliver. Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Resiliency, Inclusivity, and Thoughtfulness guide how we work with our clients and with one another.
The Role
As a Senior Electrical Estimator, you will lead complex electrical cost estimating efforts from early conceptual planning through final construction documents. You will use your technical experience and judgment to develop accurate estimates, identify scope gaps and risks, reconcile costs, and help clients make informed decisions, even when project information is limited or evolving. This is a hands-on senior technical role. You will independently develop and review estimates while also helping strengthen Connico's electrical estimating practice through mentoring, quality control, knowledge sharing, and the development of repeatable estimating practices. You will work across disciplines and directly with clients, project teams, contractors, designers, and other estimators on complex infrastructure projects.
- Lead and independently develop electrical cost estimates across all design stages, from conceptual and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates through final construction documents, including Level 1–5 estimates for projects of varying size and complexity
- Develop detailed material and labor estimates for electrical systems including Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Communications, Audio-Visual, Security, Video Surveillance, and Fire Alarm systems. Research and develop unit pricing, cost assemblies, and supporting assumptions using current market information and sound estimating judgment
- Think beyond the plans and specifications. Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies, interdisciplinary conflicts, and potential cost risks. Develop well-supported assumptions and solutions when complete project information is not available
- Lead estimate reconciliations, technical and quality-control reviews, contractor bid analyses, value engineering assessments, life-cycle and benefit-cost analyses, and coordination across disciplines to produce comprehensive and defensible estimates
- Manage multiple complex estimating assignments and priorities while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and helping project teams deliver high-quality work that reflects Connico's standards and core values
- Mentor and train developing estimators in conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, cost buildups, reconciliations, technical reviews, interdisciplinary plan analysis, reporting, and Connico estimating practices. Help create training resources and repeatable best practices that strengthen the broader team
- Take ownership of estimating data, cost assemblies, templates, and reporting practices by helping maintain accurate, current, consistent, and accessible information that supports repeatable results
- Build strong client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor through clear communication, sound judgment, reliability, and expert guidance. Participate in client meetings, project site visits, and industry events as needed
What You'll Bring
- 10+ years of full-time, hands-on electrical estimating experience
- A Journeyman Electrician License, Master Electrician License, Electrical Engineering degree, or equivalent combination of electrical knowledge and experience
- An industry-recognized professional certification, license, or advanced credential, such as CCP, CPE, PCSE, CEP, CCE, PE, or another relevant advanced credential
- Proven ability to independently develop high-quality electrical estimates across Levels 1–5 and all stages of design, including conceptual and ROM estimates developed with limited information
- Demonstrated experience leading complex estimating assignments, integrating estimate elements across multiple disciplines, meeting deadlines, maintaining quality, and communicating professionally with clients and project stakeholders
- Strong ability to interpret architectural, civil, electrical, and other engineering drawings and specifications across all levels of design
- Expertise with electrical estimating or takeoff software such as IntelliBid, Accubid, On-Screen Takeoff, MII, MCACES, or comparable systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Teams, Outlook, and Word
Preferred Experience
- Electrical estimating experience supporting aviation or airport projects is highly preferred
- Experience with other large-scale or complex project environments, including federal government, Department of Defense or military facilities, energy and utilities, transportation and infrastructure, industrial, mission-critical, or similar technically complex work, is valuable
Work Location Options
Hybrid (T/W/TH in-office):
- Hebron, KY (Cincinnati area)
- Mt. Juliet, TN (Nashville area)
- Denver, CO
- Indianapolis, IN
Fully Remote:
- Fully remote opportunity for the right candidate. Must reside full-time in the U.S
- Minimal travel, up to 10% (site visits, meetings, conferences)
Why Join Connico?
This is an opportunity to do more than produce estimates. You will help solve complex cost challenges, influence the quality of major infrastructure projects, strengthen estimating practices, and develop the next generation of Connico estimators. As Connico continues to grow beyond its established aviation and infrastructure work into energy, federal, and defense markets, you will also have the opportunity to apply your expertise across an expanding range of complex projects. We value people who take ownership, bring solutions, share their expertise, challenge thinking thoughtfully, and build trust with clients and teammates. At the Senior level, you will be expected not only to demonstrate technical excellence, but also to help strengthen the people and practice around you. If you are an experienced electrical estimator who combines strong technical expertise with sound judgment, leadership, and a commitment to quality, we would like to hear from you!
Senior Electrical Estimator
Company Overview
Would you enjoy being involved in executing large-scale, complex infrastructure projects? Connico is a national construction consultancy known for its experienced team and commitment to exceptional client service. With deep experience in aviation and complex infrastructure, we are continuing to expand our work across energy, federal, and defense markets. Our work is technical, but how we do the work matters just as much as the quality of what we deliver. Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Resiliency, Inclusivity, and Thoughtfulness guide how we work with our clients and with one another.
The Role
As a Senior Electrical Estimator, you will lead complex electrical cost estimating efforts from early conceptual planning through final construction documents. You will use your technical experience and judgment to develop accurate estimates, identify scope gaps and risks, reconcile costs, and help clients make informed decisions, even when project information is limited or evolving. This is a hands-on senior technical role. You will independently develop and review estimates while also helping strengthen Connico's electrical estimating practice through mentoring, quality control, knowledge sharing, and the development of repeatable estimating practices. You will work across disciplines and directly with clients, project teams, contractors, designers, and other estimators on complex infrastructure projects.
- Lead and independently develop electrical cost estimates across all design stages, from conceptual and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates through final construction documents, including Level 1–5 estimates for projects of varying size and complexity
- Develop detailed material and labor estimates for electrical systems including Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Communications, Audio-Visual, Security, Video Surveillance, and Fire Alarm systems. Research and develop unit pricing, cost assemblies, and supporting assumptions using current market information and sound estimating judgment
- Think beyond the plans and specifications. Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies, interdisciplinary conflicts, and potential cost risks. Develop well-supported assumptions and solutions when complete project information is not available
- Lead estimate reconciliations, technical and quality-control reviews, contractor bid analyses, value engineering assessments, life-cycle and benefit-cost analyses, and coordination across disciplines to produce comprehensive and defensible estimates
- Manage multiple complex estimating assignments and priorities while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and helping project teams deliver high-quality work that reflects Connico's standards and core values
- Mentor and train developing estimators in conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, cost buildups, reconciliations, technical reviews, interdisciplinary plan analysis, reporting, and Connico estimating practices. Help create training resources and repeatable best practices that strengthen the broader team
- Take ownership of estimating data, cost assemblies, templates, and reporting practices by helping maintain accurate, current, consistent, and accessible information that supports repeatable results
- Build strong client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor through clear communication, sound judgment, reliability, and expert guidance. Participate in client meetings, project site visits, and industry events as needed
What You'll Bring
- 10+ years of full-time, hands-on electrical estimating experience
- A Journeyman Electrician License, Master Electrician License, Electrical Engineering degree, or equivalent combination of electrical knowledge and experience
- An industry-recognized professional certification, license, or advanced credential, such as CCP, CPE, PCSE, CEP, CCE, PE, or another relevant advanced credential
- Proven ability to independently develop high-quality electrical estimates across Levels 1–5 and all stages of design, including conceptual and ROM estimates developed with limited information
- Demonstrated experience leading complex estimating assignments, integrating estimate elements across multiple disciplines, meeting deadlines, maintaining quality, and communicating professionally with clients and project stakeholders
- Strong ability to interpret architectural, civil, electrical, and other engineering drawings and specifications across all levels of design
- Expertise with electrical estimating or takeoff software such as IntelliBid, Accubid, On-Screen Takeoff, MII, MCACES, or comparable systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Teams, Outlook, and Word
Preferred Experience
- Electrical estimating experience supporting aviation or airport projects is highly preferred
- Experience with other large-scale or complex project environments, including federal government, Department of Defense or military facilities, energy and utilities, transportation and infrastructure, industrial, mission-critical, or similar technically complex work, is valuable
Work Location Options
Hybrid (T/W/TH in-office):
- Hebron, KY (Cincinnati area)
- Mt. Juliet, TN (Nashville area)
- Denver, CO
- Indianapolis, IN
Fully Remote:
- Fully remote opportunity for the right candidate. Must reside full-time in the U.S
- Minimal travel, up to 10% (site visits, meetings, conferences)
Why Join Connico?
This is an opportunity to do more than produce estimates. You will help solve complex cost challenges, influence the quality of major infrastructure projects, strengthen estimating practices, and develop the next generation of Connico estimators. As Connico continues to grow beyond its established aviation and infrastructure work into energy, federal, and defense markets, you will also have the opportunity to apply your expertise across an expanding range of complex projects. We value people who take ownership, bring solutions, share their expertise, challenge thinking thoughtfully, and build trust with clients and teammates. At the Senior level, you will be expected not only to demonstrate technical excellence, but also to help strengthen the people and practice around you. If you are an experienced electrical estimator who combines strong technical expertise with sound judgment, leadership, and a commitment to quality, we would like to hear from you!
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Estimator Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Trucking
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in estimator jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a closely related field preferred
- Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, Timberline, or Procore required
- Two or more years of experience in construction cost estimating or project bidding
- Familiarity with Tennessee building codes, subcontractor markets, and regional material costs
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, and structural drawings and specifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting bids to clients and project teams
Estimator Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a estimator in Tennessee?
Becoming an estimator in Tennessee typically starts with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, though some employers accept an associate degree paired with field experience. Tennessee does not require a state-issued license specific to estimating, but earning a Certified Professional Estimator designation through the American Society of Professional Estimators or a Project Management Professional credential strengthens your candidacy. Many Tennessee contractors hire junior estimators directly from construction management programs at Middle Tennessee State University or the University of Tennessee.
How much do estimators make in Tennessee?
Estimators in Tennessee earn a median of about $75,650 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,440 for the lowest 10% to over $120,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire estimators in Tennessee?
Employers hiring estimators in Tennessee right now include Caliber Collision, STO Building, and Layton Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's robust construction pipeline, including ongoing infrastructure projects and commercial development in Nashville and Chattanooga, keeps demand from both national contractors and regional specialty firms consistently strong.
Which Tennessee cities have the most estimator jobs?
Nashville, Knoxville, and Memphis post the most estimator openings in Tennessee. Nashville's commercial development boom and infrastructure investment draw the largest share of postings, while Memphis benefits from logistics and industrial construction tied to its distribution sector, and Chattanooga's manufacturing base and ongoing mixed-use development sustain steady demand from both regional and national contractors operating in the area.
Are there remote estimator jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. About 32% of estimator openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the role's frequent need for site visits, local subcontractor meetings, and hands-on plan review. Takeoff and quantity surveying tasks are the parts of the work most commonly performed remotely, particularly for estimators supporting preconstruction teams at larger Tennessee general contractors.
How can I get hired as a estimator in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an estimating assistant or junior estimator role at a mid-size Tennessee general contractor or specialty subcontractor, where you learn takeoffs and bid preparation on the job. Large Tennessee firms like Skanska and Brasfield and Gorrie run structured internship and new-hire rotations for construction management graduates. A portfolio of completed takeoffs, proficiency in Bluebeam or On-Screen Takeoff, and a construction management degree from a Tennessee program carry significant weight with hiring managers reviewing candidates without full professional experience.
Where can I find and apply to estimator jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to estimator jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from contractors, manufacturers, and specialty firms hiring in the state. Search the Tennessee listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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