Takeoff & Estimating Assistant, Electrical, Construction

The Hello Team

Remote Takeoff & Estimating Assistant supporting estimating team in preparing accurate electrical takeoffs and quantity calculations for construction projects. Requires strong Excel and Bluebeam skills, along with attention to detail.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform electrical takeoffs from construction drawings
Enter and maintain quantity data in Excel spreadsheets
Interpret project scopes from plans and specifications
Assist in preparing estimates and pricing proposals
Support proposal development and final submission activities
Collaborate with management throughout the estimating process
Learn and follow client-specific estimating procedures
Review drawings and specifications to identify project requirements
Verify quantity takeoff accuracy and maintain organized project documentation
Communicate with internal team members to clarify scope, pricing, and proposal details
Perform other duties related to the position as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficient level of English (written and spoken)
Excellent professional and communication skills, allowing for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and teammates
Experience with construction takeoffs
Ability to read and interpret construction, electrical, and mechanical drawings
Strong understanding of construction scopes and plan interpretation
Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel
Detail-oriented with strong numerical and analytical skills
Ability to assist with proposal preparation
Willingness to learn pricing methodologies from the client
Willingness to complete a client-provided assessment (Test Project)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems, software, and processes
Strong work ethic and commitment to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working within structured processes and established workflows
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel , Outlook), and standard business tools (email, spreadsheets, document management)

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% remote work
Full-time position with 40 hours weekly
Great work environment with potential for growth

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical takeoffsquantity data entryestimate preparationpricing proposalsproject scope interpretationquantity takeoff accuracynumerical skillsanalytical skillsproposal preparation

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationattention to detailadaptabilitystrong work ethiccommitment to deadlinesdetail-orientedquick learner