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Ladder

Digital platform connecting contractors with electricians

Electrical Estimator

Full-Time
$34 - $45/hr
Mid
Snellville, GA, USA
In Person
Project & Program ManagementProposal Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Preferred field electrical experience and/or apprenticeship program experience.
  • Expertise in or willingness to learn electrical estimating in mission-critical, aviation, or healthcare sectors.
  • At least 3 years of experience in electrical estimating, preferably in the electrical industry.
  • Proficiency in electrical estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Examine project specifications, drawings, and related documentation to understand project scope and requirements.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and team members to gather information needed for accurate estimates.
  • Use Accubid, Accubid Anywhere, or similar estimating software to develop detailed cost estimates for electrical projects.
  • Assess material, labor, and equipment costs to determine total project expenditures.
  • Develop comprehensive, competitive bid proposals within established deadlines.
  • Identify potential project risks and incorporate risk factors into cost estimates.
  • Work with the project team to devise risk mitigation strategies and improve project success.
  • Solicit quotes and proposals from vendors and subcontractors and evaluate project costs.
  • Evaluate and negotiate vendor and subcontractor bids for competitiveness and alignment with project specifications.
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation of the estimating process, including assumptions and methodologies.
  • Generate reports and presentations communicating cost estimates, project risks, and related information to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Build working relationships with project managers, engineers, and other team members to align estimated costs with project objectives.
  • Collaborate with fellow estimators to share knowledge and best practices and improve the estimating process.
  • Stay current on industry trends, material costs, and construction methods so estimates reflect current information.
  • Provide feedback on completed projects to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

About the company

Ladder connects construction contractors with skilled electricians in the electrical sector through a digital platform that streamlines the hiring process. Contractors post full-time job openings, and Ladder charges a fee for connecting them with qualified workers, while avoiding staffing-agency models by only allowing real contractors to post jobs. For job seekers, Ladder offers a free online course with basic electrical training and safety guidance, and upon completion the platform notifies potential employers, which has led to a high rate of job offers for graduates. The company differentiates itself by focusing on authentic contractor-led postings, combining a practical training-to-employment pathway with a technology-based hiring flow created by ex-contractors and technologists. Its goal is to simplify and accelerate the process of finding reliable electrical talent for contractors and to provide a clear entry path for newcomers into the electrical trades.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$130K

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

  • Buildforce raised $10 million on July 28, 2026 for national expansion.
  • Ladder’s 10,000 pre-screened electricians give Buildforce immediate supply liquidity in the Southeast.
  • Buildforce runs W-2 staffing, payroll, workers’ comp, and certified payroll reporting.

What critics are saying

  • Buildforce directly replaces Ladder’s standalone brand; customer churn could follow integration through 2027.
  • Staffing spreads compress quickly if contractors bypass Buildforce for internal recruiters.
  • If Buildforce misses national density, Ladder’s platform disappears inside a larger staffing business.

What makes Ladder unique

  • Buildforce inherited Ladder’s Southeast electrician network and 200-plus contractor customers.
  • Ladder specialized in commercial and industrial electricians, not general labor staffing.
  • Alex Stewart stayed on after the 2024 acquisition, preserving regional contractor relationships.

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Dec 16th, 2024
Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder

Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder.