Data Center Estimator: Costing for Critical Builds

Garmac Limited LLC; Holly Ridge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmac Limited LLC is seeking a Data Center Estimator to support cost estimates for data center infrastructure projects. This exempt salaried role offers growth within data center construction, structured cabling, and mission-critical operations.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement, and vendors to develop accurate estimates, maintain cost data, and assist with bid preparation. Location onsite in Holly Ridge, LA.

Qualifications

• Hyperscale Data Center exposure required.
• 5+ yrs estimation of low voltage structured cabling projects (copper and fiber).
• Experience with RFP/RFI, bid preparation and submission.
• Cost controls, BOMs, and change orders experience.
• Ability to perform take-offs for structured cabling, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, or cabling systems in mission-critical facilities.
• Knowledge of BICSI standards and data center design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, BOMs, and labor projections for data center projects.
• Interpret blueprints and scope documents to determine requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, field ops, and procurement to validate quantities and vendor quotes.
• Perform take-offs for cabling, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Support bid preparation and submission for RFPs and proposals.
• Update historical cost data, unit pricing, and vendor rate databases.
• Assist with change order analysis and cost impacts.
• Ensure estimates comply with standards and client expectations.
• Participate in site visits to gather technical details.
• Contribute to processes improving estimating accuracy.

Skills

Hyperscale Data Center

5+ yrs estimating

RFP/RFI

Bid submission

Cost controls

BOMs

Take-offs

technical drawings

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Tools

BlueBeam

Accubid

AutoCAD

Job description

Garmac Limited LLC is seeking a Data Center Estimator to support cost estimates for data center infrastructure projects. This exempt salaried role offers growth within data center construction, structured cabling, and mission-critical operations.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement, and vendors to develop accurate estimates, maintain cost data, and assist with bid preparation. Location onsite in Holly Ridge, LA.