--- title: Estimator at Superior Skilled Trades in Melbourne, FL description: Superior Skilled Trades is hiring for the Estimator role in Melbourne, FL. Pays $65K–$85K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/estimator-at-superior-skilled-trades-01a163d8-2b77-77d4-a059-8de0dcbe514c date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Superior Skilled Trades as Estimator in Melbourne, FL. Pays $65K–$85K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/p06twm.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Superior Skilled Trades | | **Location** | Melbourne, FL | | **Salary** | $65K/yr - $85K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 22, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Superior Skilled Trades. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Superior Skilled Trades. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $90,000 – $132,000 a year (median $114,000). ## Description # Estimator **Direct Hire Opportunity | Superior Skilled Trades** **Salary:** $65,000 – $85,000 per year **Employment Type:** Direct Hire **Location:** Melbourne, FL ## Job Overview Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a company seeking a detail-oriented and organized **Estimator** to support electrical and low-voltage structured cabling projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an estimating professional who enjoys analyzing construction plans, coordinating vendor pricing, and developing accurate, competitive project proposals. In this role, you will prepare timely, compliant estimates and support key pre-construction activities, including vendor coordination and value engineering. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and committed to accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines while contributing to improved bid consistency, faster turnaround times, and greater overall operational efficiency. ## Key Responsibilities - Prepare detailed cost estimates and project proposals for electrical and low-voltage structured cabling projects. - Perform material and labor takeoffs using construction drawings, plans, and specifications. - Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to obtain accurate and competitive pricing. - Support value engineering efforts while maintaining company standards and project requirements. - Prepare pricing for change orders, revisions, and project modifications. - Maintain estimating templates, pricing libraries, and related documentation using QuoteWerks. - Review proposals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements. - Manage multiple bids simultaneously while meeting established deadlines. - Collaborate with project managers, vendors, suppliers, and company leadership throughout the estimating process. - Help improve estimating procedures, consistency, turnaround times, and overall operational efficiency. ## Qualifications - Previous experience in electrical estimating, low-voltage estimating, or a related construction estimating role preferred. - Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and technical specifications. - Familiarity with electrical estimating software, particularly IntelliBid Electrical Estimating. - Experience with QuoteWerks or similar estimating and proposal management software is a plus. - Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy. - Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines. - Effective communication and collaboration skills. - Ability to develop accurate estimates while following established company procedures and documentation standards. ## Compensation & Growth Opportunities - **Annual Salary:** $65,000 – $85,000, based on experience and qualifications. - Opportunity for performance-based commission tied to project profitability and estimating accuracy. - Potential for professional growth as the estimating function expands. ## Performance Expectations - Meet bid turnaround targets of approximately 3–10 business days, depending on project size and complexity. - Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant proposals in accordance with company standards. - Follow established estimating procedures and documentation requirements. - Help reduce the estimating workload on company leadership. - Contribute to the development of a consistent, efficient, and scalable estimating process. ## Pre-Employment Requirements Candidates must successfully complete a **background check and drug screening** as a condition of employment. ## Apply Today If you have experience in electrical or low-voltage estimating and are looking for a direct-hire opportunity with competitive compensation and room for professional growth, we encourage you to apply! INDH ## Skills - Construction - Change Order Management - Electrical Estimating - Construction Take-Offs - QuoteWerks - Cost Estimation - Construction Drawings - Low Voltage - Technical Writing - Value Engineering - Vendor Management - Collaboration - Proposal Management - Structured Cabling - Bid Management - Attention to Detail - Leadership - Construction Estimating - Communication - Direct Hire Recruiting - Project Proposals ## Related - [Construction & Skilled Trades jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Construction Administration jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/construction-administration?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Estimator jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/construction-administration/estimator?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Florida](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/florida?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 158452 jobs - [Staffing Agencies](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/staffing-and-recruiting/staffing-agencies?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 143871 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)