Estimator, Utility & Infrastructure EPC – Data Center Focus

Irby Construction Company; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Irby Construction Company is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for utility, infrastructure, and civil construction projects. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to align estimates with project goals and client requirements.

The role emphasizes analyzing drawings, specifications, and bid documents, performing quantity take-offs, and developing detailed electrical cost estimates for large EPC projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in utility or infrastructure estimating (gas, electric, civil).
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs, RFQs, drawings, and specs to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Identify high-risk cost areas and recommend contingencies or mitigation strategies.
• Develop bid clarifications and proposal documents for submission to clients.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams during bid preparation.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site walks to gather project details.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Bid collaboration

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s in CM/Engineering/related

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

MS Project

Accubid/Trimble/ConEst

Job description

Irby Construction Company is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for utility, infrastructure, and civil construction projects. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to align estimates with project goals and client requirements.

The role emphasizes analyzing drawings, specifications, and bid documents, performing quantity take-offs, and developing detailed electrical cost estimates for large EPC projects.