Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates
At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here.
$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS
Are you an experienced electrical estimator ready to influence multimillion-dollar industrial projects-not just price them?
At Interstates, you'll step into a senior-level role where your expertise directly shapes project strategy, client decisions, and winning proposals. This isn't just takeoffs-it's leadership, collaboration, and real impact from preconstruction through execution.
We're looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator - Industrial Preconstruction to join our Fort Collins team and help drive accurate, strategic estimates for complex industrial projects across Northern Colorado-where you won't just estimate, you'll help shape how projects are built, priced, and won.
What You'll Do
Own the full estimating lifecycle-analyzing drawings, specs, and bid documents to deliver accurate, competitive electrical estimates
Translate design intent into real-world cost impacts for both design-build and plan/spec projects
Partner with clients, vendors, and internal teams to shape scope, align expectations, and define what success looks like
Deliver complete estimates across a wide range of project sizes (up to $7M+), from early budget pricing to final proposals
Leverage historical cost data (labor, materials, indirects) and strong analytical skills to ensure precise, data-driven decisions
Collaborate across disciplines to identify scope gaps, overlaps, and downstream impacts-ensuring complete project coverage
Lead communication with stakeholders, confidently guiding client conversations and scope reviews
Develop winning strategies, value-add ideas, and value-engineered solutions that improve cost and constructability
Proactively identify and mitigate risk, clearly documenting assumptions, clarifications, and decisions throughout the bid cycle
Build clear, compelling proposals (scope letters, vendor solicitations, bid documentation) and ensure seamless handoff to execution teams
Contribute beyond the bid-support change orders, cost-to-complete efforts, and help establish estimating standards and best practices
Strengthen the team by mentoring junior estimators, supporting department operations and tools, maintaining strong relationships, and consistently delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines
What You Bring
5-7 years of industrial electrical estimating experience, with a degree in a construction-related field or equivalent hands-on experience
Strong understanding of design-build and plan/spec work
Ability to interpret complex drawings and translate them into cost impacts
Experience with estimating software (e.g., Accubid, BHS) and proficiency in Bluebeam, Excel, and Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD and Microsoft Project preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to lead client and team discussions
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to perform effectively under deadlines
Why Interstates
We take our "family-like culture" seriously-but we also know candidates want specifics:You'll have visibility, influence, and a direct impact on how projects are won and delivered.
Flexible schedules thatsupport real work-life balance
A team where your input influences decisions-not just your output
Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
Strong collaboration across estimating, engineering, and construction
Community involvement and company-supported volunteer opportunities
Our Why:
Provide opportunities for our people
Make a difference for our clients
Always pursue a better way
Compensation & Details
Salary: $100,000-$130,000, based on experience, skills, and educationLocation: Fort Collins, CO (Hybrid)Travel: Occasional local, same-day travel (~10%) to job sites in the Fort Collins/Northern Colorado area (no overnight travel required)Apply by: June 20, 2026 (applications may be considered after this date)
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
PTO + paid holidays + flexible scheduling
Bonus incentives and merit increases
Career coaching and advancement opportunities
Company events, volunteer time, and team celebrations
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
PTO + paid holidays + flexible scheduling
Bonus incentives and merit increases
Career coaching and advancement opportunities
Company events, volunteer time, and team celebrations
What You Should Know Before You Apply
Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see ourPrivacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice.
Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.
Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and provides a drug free work environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. A copy of our AAP is available upon request during regular business hours.
Apply at: http://ipc.us/t/A3D1ED90FF494025.
