Electrical Cost Engineer
Location: Sunnyvale, CA, United States
Employment Type: Full-time, onsite
Salary Range: $82,000 - $121,000 DOE
Candidates residing outside the designated area may be eligible for additional compensation
Position Summary
We are seeking an Electrical Cost Engineer to join the estimating and cost management team for a large-scale project near Sunnyvale, California. Reporting to the Cost Manager or Project Manager, this role is focused on analyzing design and construction documents, validating electrical cost proposals, and preparing accurate estimates for electrical scope changes. The Electrical Cost Engineer will work closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure accurate cost control, reporting, and forecasting for electrical scopes.
Key Responsibilities
Setup and maintain job cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts, contingencies, and spends
Track costs by bid package, field order, and client-defined change categories
Develop and maintain cost indicators, including visual graphics for reporting
Review and validate subcontractor and vendor cost proposals
Reconcile project cost reports monthly
Interpret design and construction documents to quantify electrical materials and requirements
Perform on-screen take-offs of material quantities
Prepare and manage cost authorization packages for review and approval
Summarize quantities of materials in an organized and consistent format
Qualifications
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required (or equivalent work experience)
Minimum 2 years of electrical construction estimating experience required
Experience in commercial, healthcare, industrial, or water treatment projects preferred
Experience in industrial or high-tech semiconductor manufacturing projects strongly preferred
LEED Accredited Professional, or ability to achieve within 18 months, preferred
Technical Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
Familiarity with project management tools: Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6
Experience with design software: AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, specifications, and survey data
Strong knowledge of low-voltage electrical construction practices
Familiarity with CSI specification system
Soft Skills
Excellent organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Professional, team-oriented approach with patience and adaptability
Flexibility to work extended or off-shift hours as project demands require
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Combination of office and field activities
Ability to climb stairs (approx. 5% of workday)
Frequent use of computers and related equipment
Strong vision, hearing, and communication abilities to perform job functions
Ability to lift or carry up to 20 lbs occasionally
Frequent mental focus, accuracy, and independent judgment required
Additional Information
Applicants must be able to meet site-specific requirements, including pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
Equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category
Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this role
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Flux Resources, LLC
Sep 09, 2025