Estimator I – Data Center Prefab Estimating

EPI Power; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Benefits Package with HSA and FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off Provisions

401K Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Voluntary Insurance

Wellness Program

Job summary

EPI Power, LLC is seeking an Estimator I to join our Prefabrication Shop team in Des Moines, IA. You will support the estimating process by surveying quantities, soliciting bids, and preparing detailed cost breakdowns for data-center projects.

Responsibilities include interpreting plans, maintaining estimating documents, and assisting in closing out estimates with the job cost system. A high school diploma is required; construction-related degree or prior estimating experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; construction-related degree preferred.
• Experience in construction, estimating, or related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand technical plans, specs, and related documents.
• Learn estimating software and produce complete quantity surveys.
• Solicit subtrades and vendors; communicate scope; ensure trade coverage.
• Maintain estimating documents with addenda, changes, and clarifications.
• Prepare bid-day spreadsheets and value breakdowns.
• Review trade proposals to identify gaps in scope.
• Analyze cost factors like bonding, insurance, taxes, and escalation.
• Prepare final estimate for rollover to job cost system.
• Assemble documentation for project closeout and reports.
• Request cost analysis inputs from subcontractors and review responses.

Skills

Independent judgment

Organizational skill

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma

Construction-related degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

EPI Power, LLC is seeking an Estimator I to join our Prefabrication Shop team in Des Moines, IA. You will support the estimating process by surveying quantities, soliciting bids, and preparing detailed cost breakdowns for data-center projects.

Responsibilities include interpreting plans, maintaining estimating documents, and assisting in closing out estimates with the job cost system. A high school diploma is required; construction-related degree or prior estimating experience is preferred.