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Commercial Electrical Estimator | Hybrid Flexibility | Lewiston, ME
Sargent Electric CompanyUnited StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Jul 2026
About the role
Sargent Electric is a leading specialty contractor focused on electrical, instrumentation, wireless, utility, and low voltage systems. Founded in Pittsburgh in 1907, we operate from 8 locations across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, delivering projects nationwide for our strategic customers.
We support the breadth of client needs — from routine service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Electrical Estimator to join our growing Lewiston team. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience preparing complete, accurate project estimates while working alongside experienced operations and preconstruction leaders. If you’re looking to grow your skills and take ownership of your work, this is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in the electrical industry.
Opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, based on project needs and business priorities.What You’ll Do
What You’ll Bring
Required:
We support the breadth of client needs — from routine service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Electrical Estimator to join our growing Lewiston team. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience preparing complete, accurate project estimates while working alongside experienced operations and preconstruction leaders. If you’re looking to grow your skills and take ownership of your work, this is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in the electrical industry.
Opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, based on project needs and business priorities.What You’ll Do
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, scope reviews, site walk-throughs, and project discussions
- Prepare accurate, detailed estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial projects
- Review and interpret project specifications, drawings, and related documents
- Perform takeoffs and quantity entries using estimating tools
- Interpret electrical systems and drawings (lighting, controls, power distribution, fire alarm, etc.)
- Assist with maintaining bid log and report to Chief Estimator
- Use Accubid (or similar software) to develop organized, complete estimates
- Identify discrepancies or gaps in project documents and raise questions early
- Work closely with contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, and customers
- Communicate with local suppliers to secure accurate, competitive pricing
- Track and distribute addenda and updates throughout the bid process
- Support the handoff of awarded work to project management
What You’ll Bring
Required:
- 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Estimator (commercial focus preferred)
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, materials, and construction practices
- Experience with estimating software (Accubid or similar)
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
- Ability to outline potential issues in constructability and provide potential solutions, while outlining potential cost savings opportunities. Outline potential cost savings opportunities.
- Experience performing detailed takeoffs and quantity tracking
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to build estimates at various stages of design
- Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
- Experience with Accubid
- Familiarity with Bluebeam
- Hands-on experience in commercial/industrial electrical work
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
- Collaborative, team-driven environment with strong support across field and office teams
- Opportunity to directly impact project success and cost efficiency
- Competitive compensation based on experience
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