Data Center Estimator: Budgeting, Takeoffs & Value Engineering

MCIS Inc

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Mission Critical Interior Solutions (MCIS) is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and mission critical construction projects. You will analyze documents, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop budgets while collaborating with operations, procurement, and business development.

This role emphasizes identifying risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions, with in-office work in Dallas, TX.

Qualifications

3+ years of estimating experience in data center construction, mechanical integration, or technical sales/solutions.
Experience supporting conveyance systems is required.
Advanced Excel skills including formulas, bid tabs, cost comparisons, and estimate tracking templates.
Strong understanding of construction materials means and methods, sequencing, and project delivery processes.
Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Review drawings, specs, bid documents, contracts, and scope requirements for project objectives.
Prepare quantity takeoffs for labor, material, equipment, and subcontracted work.
Develop conceptual, budgetary, and hard bid estimates per company standards.
Solicit and evaluate vendor/subcontractor proposals for complete scope and competitive pricing.
Identify scope gaps, risks, and opportunities and communicate findings to leadership.
Prepare bid summaries, pricing analyses, and supporting documentation for management.
Coordinate pre-bid meetings, site visits, and internal estimating reviews.
Collaborate with Project Managers and Operations for handoff and assumptions alignment.
Assist in developing schedules, logistics, and constructability reviews during preconstruction.
Identify value engineering opportunities to improve cost, schedule, or quality.
Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and market pricing intelligence.
Prepare bid clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, and scope qualifications.