Industrial Electrical Estimating Specialist

Day in the life

Picture starting your day by opening a fresh bid package for an industrial facility, then translating drawings and specifications into a practical build plan. You perform precise takeoffs from electrical drawings, P&IDs, and isometric or multi-view details. You walk the site to validate scope, coordinate with construction managers and field electricians to confirm constructability, and pressure-test your approach with engineers. You check in with manufacturers for product data and pricing, engage inspectors to align on permitting, and ensure every estimate reflects real installation constraints.

As the estimate takes shape, you specify wire, conduit, fittings, and controls; weigh subcontractor scopes; and plot procurement and delivery strategies. Safety is embedded in your work, incorporating LOTO, arc flash, and site-specific protocols. You uphold NEC / NFPA 70 and OSHA (29 CFR 1926), track labor and schedule assumptions, and keep meticulous notes on basis, revisions, and risks. Finally, you review cost drivers and seek out better, faster, safer ways to execute.

About Re:Build Optimation and Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Optimation designs and delivers custom process equipment and automated systems worldwide. With nearly four decades in complex chemical and industrial processes, a multidisciplinary team of 70+ engineers, designers, and programmers, and 150,000 square feet of fabrication space supported by 70+ skilled tradespeople, we provide true turnkey solutions from concept through fabrication, installation, and commissioning. As part of Re:Build Manufacturing, we pair national scale with the agility of a specialized partner, serving energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, glass, and advanced manufacturing.

What you will take on

• Analyze bid documents and assemble detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Perform takeoffs and interpret electrical drawings and schematics, P&IDs, and isometric and multi-view drawings
• Conduct site and client walkthroughs to verify scope and conditions
• Collaborate with construction managers, engineers, and electricians to validate execution plans
• Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors for specifications and pricing
• Engage with inspectors and authorities to align on permitting and compliance
• Specify and source electrical materials, including wire, conduit, fittings, and control systems
• Manage quotes, procurement strategies, and delivery planning
• Support teams with schedule alignment, labor planning, and cost tracking
• Reflect realistic installation methods and field constraints in every estimate
• Apply and uphold NEC / NFPA 70 and OSHA (29 CFR 1926)
• Incorporate LOTO, arc flash, and site safety requirements into cost and approach
• Improve cost efficiency, estimating accuracy, and standardization
• Maintain organized documentation of estimates, assumptions, and revisions

What you bring

• 7+ years in electrical field construction
• 3+ years building electrical estimates
• Hands-on understanding of power distribution, instrumentation, and control wiring
• Fluency with blueprints, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and isometric and multi-view drawings
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, and OSHA standards
• Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is a plus
• Strong organization and multitasking
• High attention to detail with analytical problem-solving
• Comfort toggling between office estimating and field validation
• Clear, collaborative communication style

Additionally

• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel locally for site visits

Work environment

• Primarily office-based with regular visits to construction and industrial sites
• Exposure to active job sites, industrial facilities, and client environments

Compensation

The hourly rate is expected to be between $40.00 and $60.00, with eligibility for our annual bonus plan and long-term incentive plan. Actual compensation may be higher based on your experience and qualifications.

Growth and ownership

We are building a company that improves the industries and communities where we operate. Every employee shares ownership in Re:Build and participates in the financial upside of what we accomplish together. We seek a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Inclusion and accessibility

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure, and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.

Proficiencies

• Industrial electrical experience
• Electrical project estimating