Employment Type: Full-timeCompensation: Competitive, negotiable depending on experienceLocation: On site, Carlsbad, NM (some travel required)We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator / Preconstruction professional to join our growing Electrical team in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, supporting preconstruction efforts, and collaborating with project teams to help deliver successful industrial electrical projects. While this role is based in Carlsbad, occasional travel to project sites and client meetings is required.ResponsibilitiesPrepare detailed cost estimates for industrial electrical projects.Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents.Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment estimates.Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.Collaborate with project managers, operations, and clients throughout the preconstruction process.Assist with proposal preparation and bid submissions.Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.Requirements4–5 years of experience with industrial electrical construction projects.Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, construction methods, and estimating principles.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.Ability and willingness to travel as needed to support project and client needs.This position requires the ability to perform all essential job functions safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.BenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrues starting day one!Company-Paid Life InsuranceShort- & Long-Term Disability Insurance401(k) with Company MatchHealth Savings Account (HSA)Per Diem Allowance for qualifying out-of-town work (meals & lodging support)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Why You’ll Love GBIWe live our values:DRIVEN: Find a Way to Win (Passionate. Accountable. Humbly Confident.)BUILDING: Build People, Teams & America (Learn. Share. Grow.)EXCELLENCE: Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems & Stand Firm (Self Discipline + Proven Process = Winning.)TOGETHER: Ride for the Brand (People First. Straight Talk. Honest Work.)We have an award-winning workplace culture!Utah Top Workplace – 2025Austin Top Workplace 2025USA Today Top Workplace – 2024 & 2025We Reward Loyalty All-expenses-paid 5 & 20-year anniversary trips, milestone bonuses, and exclusive celebration perks that recognize your commitment.GBI People & Culture Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. We are a drug-free workplace.
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: Competitive, negotiable depending on experience
Location: On site, Carlsbad, NM (some travel required)
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator / Preconstruction professional to join our growing Electrical team in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, supporting preconstruction efforts, and collaborating with project teams to help deliver successful industrial electrical projects. While this role is based in Carlsbad, occasional travel to project sites and client meetings is required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for industrial electrical projects.
- Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment estimates.
- Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
- Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
- Collaborate with project managers, operations, and clients throughout the preconstruction process.
- Assist with proposal preparation and bid submissions.
- Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
Requirements
- 4–5 years of experience with industrial electrical construction projects.
- Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, construction methods, and estimating principles.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
- Ability and willingness to travel as needed to support project and client needs.
This position requires the ability to perform all essential job functions safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrues starting day one!
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Per Diem Allowance for qualifying out-of-town work (meals & lodging support)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Why You’ll Love GBI
We live our values:
- DRIVEN: Find a Way to Win
(Passionate. Accountable. Humbly Confident.)
- BUILDING: Build People, Teams & America
(Learn. Share. Grow.)
- EXCELLENCE: Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems & Stand Firm
(Self Discipline + Proven Process = Winning.)
- TOGETHER: Ride for the Brand
(People First. Straight Talk. Honest Work.)
We have an award-winning workplace culture!
- Utah Top Workplace – 2025
- Austin Top Workplace 2025
- USA Today Top Workplace – 2024 & 2025
We Reward Loyalty
- All-expenses-paid 5 & 20-year anniversary trips, milestone bonuses, and exclusive celebration perks that recognize your commitment.
GBI People & Culture Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
We are a drug-free workplace.
Great Basin Industrial was started by two Tankies, Cub and Smurf (if you know Tankies - meaning the guys who work on Industrial Tanks - you know they mostly go by their nicknames) who believed they could do a better job of customer service and quality work than the companies they were working for. So they prepared and submitted a bid on a project, and amongst steep competition, two Tankies got that bid! And that was the start of GBI. Since then we've grown to over 660 full time employees and are anticipating a tripling in growth over the next five years. We now have offices in Texas, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Colorado along with our Headquarters located in Kaysville, UT. We also have a Railroad Division as well as a Fabrication Shop in Plymouth, UT that pre-fabricates all our parts for on-site assembly along with fabrication of product directly for customers. What sets GBI apart? GBI carefully chooses and then develops their greatest assets, their employees. Individuals are promoted based on accountability, integrity, dedication, quality of work, and potential. Because of this philosophy of internal development, employment here comes with unlimited promise to those willing to put in a full day's work for a full day's pay. We enjoy a "Work Hard, Play Hard" mentality in a supportive culture that values work/life balance. Our mission is simply to:To Build Our Futures And America StrongerWhy You’ll Love Us - We Are: DRIVEN
We Always Find a Way to Win
We are Passionate, Accountable, and Humbly Confident
BUILDING
We Build People, Teams, and America
We Learn, Share and Grow with Purpose
EXCELLENCE
We Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems and Hold the Line
We Take Ownership, Embrace Process and Strive to Be the Best
TOGETHER
We Ride for the Brand with Gratitude and Honest Work
We Put Employees First with Genuine Compassion and Open Communication
Great Basin Industrial was started by two Tankies, Cub and Smurf (if you know Tankies - meaning the guys who work on Industrial Tanks - you know they mostly go by their nicknames) who believed they could do a better job of customer service and quality work than the companies they were working for. So they prepared and submitted a bid on a project, and amongst steep competition, two Tankies got that bid! And that was the start of GBI.
Since then we've grown to over 660 full time employees and are anticipating a tripling in growth over the next five years. We now have offices in Texas, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Colorado along with our Headquarters located in Kaysville, UT. We also have a Railroad Division as well as a Fabrication Shop in Plymouth, UT that pre-fabricates all our parts for on-site assembly along with fabrication of product directly for customers.
What sets GBI apart? GBI carefully chooses and then develops their greatest assets, their employees. Individuals are promoted based on accountability, integrity, dedication, quality of work, and potential. Because of this philosophy of internal development, employment here comes with unlimited promise to those willing to put in a full day's work for a full day's pay. We enjoy a "Work Hard, Play Hard" mentality in a supportive culture that values work/life balance.
Our mission is simply to:
To Build Our Futures And America Stronger
Why You’ll Love Us - We Are:
DRIVEN
- We Always Find a Way to Win
- We are Passionate, Accountable, and Humbly Confident
BUILDING
- We Build People, Teams, and America
- We Learn, Share and Grow with Purpose
EXCELLENCE
- We Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems and Hold the Line
- We Take Ownership, Embrace Process and Strive to Be the Best
TOGETHER
- We Ride for the Brand with Gratitude and Honest Work
- We Put Employees First with Genuine Compassion and Open Communication
