Senior Estimator - Electrical Construction

About the role

The Senior Estimator leads complex estimating and preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial, industrial and mission-critical electrical construction projects, including hyperscale data centers, central utility plants, healthcare facilities and manufacturing operations. The role oversees complete project pricing from conceptual design through final proposal, works closely with executive leadership, engineering, BIM/VDC, procurement and business development, mentors junior estimators and helps secure profitable work.

Key responsibilities

• Lead detailed cost estimates for large electrical construction projects and analyze bid documents, drawings, schedules and phasing to define scope and identify risks
• Develop labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, general conditions and indirect cost estimates; lead quantity takeoffs, productivity analysis and constructability reviews
• Coordinate subcontractor and vendor solicitation, including scope reviews, bid leveling and pricing evaluations
• Take part in bid strategy, Go/No-Go decisions, executive estimate reviews and proposal presentations
• Prepare conceptual budgets, schematic estimates, GMP proposals and design-build preconstruction deliverables; identify value engineering and cost-saving options
• Assist the Chief Estimator and Preconstruction leadership with priorities, bid schedules and workload distribution
• Mentor Estimator I and Estimator II, lead post-bid reviews and estimate turnover meetings, and maintain estimating databases, labor units and historical cost records
• Represent the company at pre-bid meetings, site walks and client interviews, and support business development

Required profile

• Advanced knowledge of commercial, industrial and mission-critical electrical construction systems and sequencing
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution, switchgear, UPS, lighting, controls, grounding and low-voltage systems
• Ability to read and analyze complex drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of NEC, OSHA regulations and electrical construction standards
• Leadership and mentoring skills, and strong communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to handle multiple large-scale pursuits under tight deadlines

Required skills

• Estimating software, digital takeoff platforms, Microsoft Excel and construction management technology
• Cost modeling, value engineering and risk analysis
• Preferred: experience with mission-critical and data center construction, fast-track schedules and commissioning coordination