Job description
The Role:
The Electrical Cost Estimator focuses on electrical demolition, temporary power and lighting, distribution, lighting systems, wiring devices, branch circuits, equipment connections, communications equipment, access control, AV/IT, and other electrical systems. This role is responsible for producing accurate, detailed cost estimates that help stakeholders make informed decisions about scope and budget alignment. The Estimator works collaboratively with clients, design teams, and internal colleagues to deliver high-quality pre-construction support.
In this role, you will:
Review and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and narratives.
Participate in client and internal project kick-off meetings.
Develop and submit RFIs and solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
Perform electrical quantity take-offs using OST, Sage, BIM, and other estimating software.
Apply appropriate unit pricing using historical data, vendor quotes, and market benchmarks.
Conduct comparative cost analyses to identify opportunities for budget alignment.
Maintain strong, positive working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Prepare organized, standardized estimate reports for client and internal use.
Deliver estimates and follow up with clients in a timely manner.
Support closeout documentation efforts as needed.
Contribute to improvements in electrical estimating processes and best practices.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
What You Bring:
Familiarity with building electrical systems preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with OST, or similar estimating software preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Who We Are:
YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation. Planning and Construction Advisory Services (PCAS), a Business Unit of YA, specializes in pre-construction and construction consulting, including cost estimating, scheduling, and constructability reviews. Known for accuracy and strategic insight, PCAS helps clients align scope, schedule, and budget from the earliest planning stages through project execution.
What We Offer:
Employee-focused culture
Strong commitment to work-life balance
Remote work
Flexible vacation & Paid holidays
Paid family care/sick leave
Parental leave
Medical, Dental, Vision + more
401k w/match
Career growth
Competitive salaries + Bonus
Title and pay commensurate with experience. This role offers clear opportunities for career progression, with advancement based on performance and impact. Applicants with Military backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Fraudulent Recruitment Alert:
Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message. All official email communications regarding your application will come from or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at .
Disclosures:
As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support candidate screening and evaluation. These tools are designed to assist—rather than replace—human decision-making, and all employment decisions are made by our recruiting team in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to equal employment opportunity. Where required by law, we will provide additional information about the use of these tools, including their purpose, and offer alternative processes or accommodations upon request.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.