Electrical Project Manager / Estimator
Role summary
Degryse Electric is seeking an Electrical Project Manager / Estimator for commercial electrical projects in Pleasanton, CA. This role combines estimating and project management responsibilities, initially supporting senior leadership. Key duties include preparing estimates, reviewing bid documents, developing takeoffs, assisting with project planning and tracking, managing budgets and schedules, supporting change orders, and communicating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has commercial electrical construction experience, the ability to read electrical plans, and strong organizational and communication skills.
Description
Electrical Project Manager / Estimator
Pleasanton, CA / Greater Bay Area
About the Company
Degryse Electric provides commercial electrical service, new construction, tenant improvements, retail remodels, restaurants, and design/build solutions throughout Northern California. Its approach emphasizes project communication, detailed estimating, quality execution, and long-term client relationships.
Role Summary
Degryse anticipates hiring a Project Manager / Estimator to support commercial electrical projects from estimating through execution. The position is expected to function initially as a junior PM working under senior leadership while combining estimating and project-management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare estimates for commercial electrical opportunities.
- Review drawings, specifications, scopes, and bid documents.
- Develop labor and material takeoffs.
- Support pricing and proposal preparation.
- Assist with project planning after award.
- Coordinate field requirements with Foremen and project leadership.
- Track project budgets, materials, schedules, and scope changes.
- Support change-order pricing and documentation.
- Communicate with customers, general contractors, vendors, and field personnel.
- Assist with project closeout and documentation.
- Maintain organized project records and reporting.
Required Qualifications
- Commercial electrical construction experience.
- Electrical estimating and/or project-management experience.
- Ability to read electrical plans and specifications.
- Understanding of commercial electrical materials and installation methods.
- Strong organization and communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Combined PM/Estimator experience.
- Experience with smaller commercial/TI projects.
- Field electrical background.
- Experience with medical, office, retail, restaurant, or similar commercial work.
- Experience working for a smaller commercial electrical contractor.
Success Metrics
- Estimates are complete, timely, and commercially sound.
- Projects transition smoothly from estimating into field execution.
- Scope changes are identified and documented promptly.
- Field leadership receives accurate project information.
- Customers and contractors receive responsive communication.
Why Join
- Develop directly under senior company leadership.
- Broad exposure across estimating and project management.
- Work across multiple commercial markets and project types.
- Opportunity to grow with an established Bay Area electrical contractor.
