Senior Automation Estimator
The Palmer Group · thepalmergroup.com
AnkenySenior5+ yrs
The job in short
Automation cost estimating.
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Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-07-28
- Location as listed
- Ankeny, Iowa
- Role
- Estimator / Surveyor
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Join our local client's team in the automation space as a Senior Automation Estimator. This company has an established customer base and handles a variety of projects across the United States. In this role, you will contribute to these projects by providing electrical estimates, maintaining compliance with electrical and safety standards, and collaborating with project management teams. Qualified candidates will have several years of electrical construction estimation experience and expertise in automation systems. If this sounds like you, apply today!
Work model:
• On-Site
What you will do:
• Prepare detailed electrical installation estimates
• Develop cost breakdowns for materials and labor
• Maintain compliance with electrical codes and safety standards
• Solicit proposals from subcontractors and vendors
• Coordinate with leadership, project management, suppliers, operations, and field teams
• Perform peer reviews with project managers and lead electrical foremen
• Evaluate project plans to assess risks and present solutions
• Create project schedules and ensure timelines and budgets are met
What you will need to be successful:
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or construction management
• 5+ years of experience in electrical construction estimation preferred
• Expertise in automation systems, automatic temperature controls, process controls, and building management systems
• Thorough knowledge of electrical power monitoring systems, power distribution control systems, integration, and networking
• Understanding of electrical systems, materials, and codes
• Prior experience with computer estimating systems
Benefits overview:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Alex Borsay at (515) 225-7000 or email Alex at [email protected].
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