Associate Estimator (Electrical - Mission Critical Infrastructure )

PACK Power LLC; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental Leave

HSA with employer contribution

FSA

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Team-focused culture

Job summary

PACK Power LLC seeks an Associate Estimator to develop accurate estimating packages for nationwide industrial projects, including data centers and utility facilities. The role partners with Estimating, Preconstruction, and Operations leadership to align bids with client requirements and execution capabilities.

The successful candidate will perform quantity takeoffs, solicit subcontractor quotes, and validate labor and material assumptions while using PACK Power’s estimating tools to keep

Qualifications

• Experience with estimating for industrial and mission-critical infrastructure.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for site visits.
• Knowledge of construction PM concepts including estimating and subcontractor management.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred in PM/Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations to evaluate RFPs and develop bid strategies.
• Review project docs to create bid checklists and scopes.
• Coordinate to establish project-specific design strategies.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for RFPs to subcontractors.
• Solicit quotes and verify compliance with requirements.
• Validate labor, materials, equipment, and subs contractor assumptions.
• Analyze blueprints to detail costs for high-availability facilities.
• Use estimating systems to maintain data and documentation.
• Ensure estimates align with client requirements and terms.
• Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

PM/Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

HCSS

MS Project

Primavera

Accubid

Microsoft 365

Job description

Position Scope

The Associate Estimator plays a key role in the development of comprehensive, accurate, and competitive estimate packages for nationwide industrial and mission-critical infrastructure projects, supporting data centers, water and wastewater facilities, natural gas facilities, and complex industrial environments This position partners closely with Estimating, Preconstruction, and Operations leadership to support strategic bid development and ensure alignment with client requirements and execution capabilities.

Location & Travel:

This position will be onsite in Fargo, ND.

Company Overview

PACK Power was founded in 2023 to meet a growing demand for specialized High Voltage and Medium Voltage expertise within the Renewable, Power Delivery, Utility, and Data Center markets. The company was built by industry veterans, bringing decades of hands‑on experience and a shared vision of partnering with clients to deliver exceptional, successful projects. Our suite of specialized services spans substations, transmission lines, switchyards, and collection systems, delivering innovative solutions that power the future while prioritizing sustainability and reliability.

At its core, PACK Power is built on people. We operate like a family, with a culture rooted in teamwork, trust, and looking out for one another. Our “us over me” mindset creates a respectful, collaborative, and high‑performing environment where individuals can grow and succeed together. Honesty, responsiveness, and clear communication guide on how we work — with each other and with our clients. Like a pack of wolves, every team member plays a vital role, united by shared purpose as we lead the High Voltage and Medium Voltage industries.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Operations and leadership to evaluate incoming Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and develop project-specific estimating strategies and bid plans.
• Reviews project documentation and RFP requirements to establish bid checklists, scopes of work, and execution considerations
• Coordinate with to establish project specific design strategies
• Perform quantity takeoffs and other necessary activities required to develop RFP’s for subcontractor and vendors
• Solicit quotes and proposals from subcontractors and vendors, and review quotes and proposals for compliance with project requirements
• Partners with Operations to validate labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and management assumptions to support constructability and project execution.
• Analyzes complex blueprints to determine material, labor, and equipment costs, ensuring bids for high-availability facilities remain profitable and compliant
• Utilizes PACK Power’s estimating systems and tools to prepare, organize, and maintain accurate estimating data and documentation.
• Collaborate to ensure all estimate packages and proposals align with client requirements, contractual terms, and internal standards.
• Attend meetings with clients, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders as required

Education and Work Experience

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or relevant discipline preferred
• Knowledge and experience with industrial and mission-critical infrastructure projects, supporting data centers, water and wastewater facilities, natural gas facilities, and complex industrial environments preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Take reasonable care of yourself and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the goal of zero injuries.

• Must be hard-working, passionate, inquisitive, and have the willingness to perform any task that is required (even if not listed above)
• Ability to travel up to 25% for site visits, project meetings, and/or contract negotiations
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail with organizational and critical data analysis skills
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Suite, Project Management Software (Procore, HCSS, etc), and/or Project Scheduling Software (MS Project, Primavera, Accubid etc)
• Demonstrate knowledge of Construction Project Management skills and concepts including estimating, contract negotiation, engineering management, workforce management, equipment management, subcontractor/vendor management, project accounting, and/or project scheduling

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with Competitive Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Parental Leave
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Employee/family focused culture

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail].

PACK Power, LLC. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also PACK Power policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

PACK Power, LLC does not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a signed agreement with the Talent Acquisition Team.

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