Your Outsourced Electrical Estimating Department
Hiring and retaining skilled electrical estimators is expensive and competitive. Salaries start at $80,000-$100,000 annually before benefits, software licenses, and overhead. During slow months, you pay for capacity you do not use.
Apex Electric Estimating Inc provides an outsourced electrical estimating department that gives you professional estimating capacity on demand. No hiring, no payroll, no software costs — just accurate takeoffs and estimates when you need them.
Contact us at [email protected] or call +1 (862) 366-7732 to discuss your outsourced estimating needs.
How an Outsourced Estimating Department Works
Send Us Your Work
Submit project drawings and specifications to [email protected]. Include your bid deadlines, estimating standards, and any templates.
We Handle Everything
Our team performs the takeoff, applies labor and pricing, and assembles bid-ready packages. We follow your CSI structure, Excel templates, and estimating standards.
You Review and Submit
You receive completed estimates ready for internal review and bid submission. Your team focuses on winning and executing projects, not performing takeoffs.
Outsourced Department vs. In-House Team
| Factor | In-House Team | Apex Outsourced Department |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | $80,000-$100,000+ per estimator | Pay-per-project or retainer |
| Benefits and overhead | 20-30% additional | Included in flat-fee |
| Software licenses | $3,000-$10,000 per seat | No cost to you |
| Recruitment time | 2-6 months to hire | Start immediately |
| Scalability | Fixed capacity | Scale up or down on demand |
| Coverage during leave | No coverage | Continuous coverage |
| Training required | Ongoing training costs | No training needed |
Who Benefits from an Outsourced Department?
Small Contractors (1-10 Employees)
You cannot justify a full-time estimator but need professional takeoffs to win bids. Our outsourced department gives you enterprise-level estimating at small-business costs.
Mid-Size Contractors (10-50 Employees)
Your in-house team handles normal volume but gets overwhelmed during peaks. We provide overflow capacity without adding permanent headcount.
Growing Contractors
Your bid volume has outgrown your estimating team. You need more capacity now but are not ready to hire. We scale with your growth.
Estimating Firms
You need additional capacity during busy periods or specialized expertise for specific project types. We provide white-label support under your brand.
Our Outsourced Department Capabilities
- Complete Material Takeoffs: Every electrical component quantified and organized
- Labor Hour Calculations: Calibrated to your zip code and estimating standards
- Bid Package Assembly: Excel files, marked-up plans, PDF summaries
- Software Compatibility: Accubid, ConEst, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, McCormick
- All Project Types: Residential, commercial, industrial, low-voltage
- Rush and Standard Turnaround: 24-hour rush or 48-hour standard
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do we get started with an outsourced department? A: Send your first project today. There is no setup process or long-term commitment. Upload plans, receive a quote, approve, and we begin.
Q: Can you match our estimating standards? A: Yes. We match your CSI structure, Excel templates, labor burden formulas, and markup rules. Send your standards with your first project.
Q: Is there a volume requirement? A: No. Use us for one project per month or twenty. We scale to your volume.
Q: How do you ensure confidentiality? A: We sign NDAs before starting work. Your project details, pricing, and bid strategy remain confidential.
Build Your Outsourced Estimating Department
Stop losing bids because you lack estimating capacity. Apex Electric Estimating Inc provides the team you need — when you need it.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 (862) 366-7732
- Engagement: Per-project or recurring retainer
- Commitment: No long-term contracts