Pick a clean, professional template for an Electrical Estimator. Use a reverse-chronological layout so your recent estimating roles and projects show first.
One page works for entry-level and mid-career estimators. Use two pages only if you have long, relevant estimating experience or major projects to list.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Use 10–12pt for body text and 14–16pt for section headers.
Keep line spacing at about 1.0–1.15 and leave clear margins. White space helps hiring managers scan cost sheets, bid results, and tool lists.
Use simple formatting instead of heavy graphics or complex columns. Simple layouts parse better in ATS and look cleaner on screen and paper.
Avoid common mistakes like fancy fonts, embedded images of text, and multi-column designs that break parsing. Also avoid long paragraphs; use short bullet lists for bids, takeoffs, and savings.
Structure your document with clear headings: Contact, Summary, Experience, Projects, Education, Certifications, and Skills. Put quantifiable estimating achievements first, such as percent cost savings or number of bids won.
Label files with your name and role, for example: BrettTurner_ElectricalEstimator.pdf. That helps recruiters and keeps ATS fields consistent.