Electrical Estimator - EV Infrastructure

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Energy5 is a turnkey provider of commercial electrification and decarbonization infrastructure. We design, build, and manage the full project lifecycle for our clients, including site design, engineering, rebate and grant management, permitting, installation, inspection, activation, and ongoing maintenance. By handling every step in-house or through our integrated teams, we reduce project complexity, accelerate timelines, and help customers capture the maximum available incentives so they can lower total project cost and retain one hundred percent of the long-term charging revenue.

In 2024 we tripled our revenue, and in 2025 we doubled. We operate with startup speed and national reach, supported by the field crews and construction strength of our sister company, Utilities One. This gives Energy5 true coast-to-coast capability, allowing us to deliver anything from a single charger at a small business to full-scale, multi-hundred-port deployments.

About the Role

The Electrical Project Coordinator & Estimator is responsible for supporting projects throughout the entire lifecycle, from pre-construction through closeout. This role combines project estimating, utility coordination, engineering support, permitting assistance, procurement coordination, and project documentation management. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, utilities, engineering teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are accurately estimated, properly documented, and executed efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual site walks with clients, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Prepare electrical and construction cost estimates based on project plans, specifications, and site conditions.
• Review RFPs, drawings, scope documents, and project requirements to develop accurate project budgets.
• Identify project risks, scope gaps, and value engineering opportunities during the estimating phase.
• Assist in bid preparation and proposal development.
• Coordinate with utility companies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage utility service applications and track utility approvals and milestones.
• Prepare and submit required utility documentation, including:
  • WR numbers
  • Site plans
  • One-line diagrams
  • Load sheets
  • Service applications
• Serve as a liaison between utilities, engineering teams, and project stakeholders to ensure timely responses and issue resolution.
• Coordinate engineering drawings and design deliverables with internal and external engineering teams.
• Review project documentation for completeness and compliance with utility and permitting requirements.
• Support permitting activities by preparing, organizing, and tracking permit submissions and approvals.
• Assist with construction documentation and project record management.
• Support vendor sourcing and procurement activities.
• Assist with obtaining material and equipment pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate procurement documentation and track material delivery schedules.
• Maintain communication with vendors to support project execution requirements
• Support project tracking, documentation management, and status reporting.
• Maintain project records, logs, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project milestones and assist with issue identification and resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
• Participate in internal and client-facing project meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting EV charging infrastructure, utility programs, or renewable energy projects.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and utility service applications.
• Knowledge of permitting requirements and construction documentation workflows.
• Experience working with engineering consultants, contractors, and utility providers.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of experience in electrical estimating, electrical construction, utility coordination, EV infrastructure, renewable energy, or a related field.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze:
  • Electrical plans
  • Site plans
  • Construction drawings
  • Engineering documentation
• Understanding of electrical systems, utility requirements, permitting processes, and construction workflows.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Jira, Salesforce, or similar project management/CRM platforms.

Benefits

• W-2 employment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)