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Electrical Estimator (Mid-Level & High-Level)

Locations: Romeoville, IL or Downtown Nashville, TN

Industry: Electrical Construction – Commercial & Industrial

About Bonus Electric

Bonus Electric is a rapidly growing electrical contractor that has expanded from $25M to nearly $200M in annual revenue within five years. We partner on large-scale commercial and industrial projects, including data centers, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, office buildings, retail developments, and major infrastructure projects for nationally recognized clients.

We are seeking both Mid-Level Electrical Estimators and High Level Electrical Estimators to support our continued growth and increasing project portfolio.

Compensation:

• Mid-Level Estimator: $95,000 - $120,000
• Upper-Level Estimator: $120,000 - $145,000

Position Overview

The Electrical Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals for commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. This role works closely with project managers, field leadership, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure estimates align with project scope, schedule, and client requirements.

Higher-level candidates may also provide leadership, mentorship, and support to estimating teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates, takeoffs, and bid proposals
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Perform comprehensive cost analysis and pricing evaluation
• Utilize Accubid Enterprise (or similar estimating software) to develop accurate estimates
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and preconstruction teams
• Support design-build and negotiated project opportunities
• Ensure compliance with NEC standards and industry best practices
• Assist in developing bid strategies to improve project competitiveness

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical estimating experience
• Strong knowledge of commercial and/or industrial electrical construction
• Experience using Accubid Enterprise or similar estimating software
• Understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements
• Experience with electrical takeoffs, bid preparation, and cost analysis
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership or team management experience
• Preconstruction experience
• Bluebeam Revu proficiency
• Design-build project experience
• Vendor and subcontractor bid solicitation experience

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and families
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization
• Collaborative, family-owned culture with less bureaucracy and more impact
• Exposure to high-profile commercial, industrial, and data center projects

Work Environment

This is primarily an office-based position in either Romeoville, IL or Downtown Nashville, TN. Occasional site visits may be required to meet with project teams and support active projects.

If you're looking to join a fast-growing electrical contractor and play a key role in delivering complex, high-profile projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Employer-paid medical insurance (employee + dependents) Employer-paid dental and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave Education assistance program Annual company events

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.