Electrical Estimator - Data Center Fit-Out Projects

Your Impact

As an Electrical Estimator, you will play a critical role in delivering accurate, competitive, and well-documented cost estimates for data center fit-out and white space construction projects. Your work will directly influence project feasibility, pricing strategy, and execution success in mission-critical environments.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, one-lines, specifications, and scope narratives for data center fit-out projects
• Perform detailed digital takeoffs using McCormick and/or Accubid
• Develop labor, material, and equipment pricing for:
  • RPPs, PDUs, and remote power distribution
  • Overhead busway systems
  • Rack whips and cabling
  • In-row and overhead power distribution
  • Grounding and bonding systems
  • Lighting and controls in white space and support areas
  • Branch circuitry, panelboards, and supporting raceway systems (tray, conduit, underfloor)
  • Interpret and correctly apply redundancy architectures (N, N+1, 2N, etc.)
  • Identify constructability challenges related to live environments, phased turnover, and concurrent trades
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and manufacturer quotes
• Prepare detailed proposals including scope clarifications, inclusions, exclusions, and alternates
• Support design-assist and preconstruction efforts
• Participate in internal handoff meetings with project management and field operations
• Support change order pricing, GMP development, and budget revisions
• Maintain historical cost data specific to data center fit-out and white space work

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical estimating experience, preferably in data center fit-outs, mission-critical interiors, or high-density commercial projects
• Hands-on experience with McCormick and/or Accubid (required)
• Strong understanding of branch power distribution, rack-level power, and data hall layouts
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • One-line diagrams
  • Riser diagrams
  • Floor plans and reflected ceiling plans
  • Control schematics
• Strong knowledge of the NEC, particularly grounding and bonding
• Proficiency in Excel and digital takeoff tools such as Bluebeam or PlanSwift
• Ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician background
• Experience with:
  • RPPs, busway, and whip systems
  • Modular data hall buildouts
  • Phased tenant fit-outs
  • Live environment construction
• Understanding of commissioning and turnover sequencing
• Familiarity with major OEMs (Starline, Vertiv, Schneider, Eaton, etc.)
• Design-assist experience