Senior Data Center Electrical Estimator

Actalent; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 125,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 40% match

Discretionary year-end bonus

Health benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Estimator to lead the development of comprehensive estimates and proposals for mission-critical electrical construction and data center projects in Portland, OR. You will build accurate budgets, assess risk, and shape pursuit strategies for projects ranging from 5MW to 200MW and contracts over $20 million.

The role requires deep experience in electrical estimation, strong collaboration with operations and commissioning teams, and the ability to drive accurate

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in electrical estimating, preconstruction, PM, or field ops.
• Experience leading data center pursuits and large-scale electrical estimates.
• Proven track record estimating projects exceeding $20M in contract value.
• Experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects (5MW–200MW).
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems and startup activities.
• Proficiency with estimating tools and equipment pricing.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed estimates, budgets, bids, negotiated proposals, and change order pricing for mission-critical electrical construction and data center projects.
• Develop estimating execution plans with priorities, milestones, and risk assessments.
• Review drawings, specs, schedules, contracts to establish a clear basis of estimate.
• Coordinate pricing and scope for owner-furnished equipment, delivery, turnover, and testing support.
• Mentor junior estimators and lead bid review meetings with stakeholders.
• Present strategies and pricing recommendations to leadership and clients.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Data center experience

Bid strategy development

Risk assessment

Leadership & mentoring

Bluebeam proficiency

ConEst experience

Accubid familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

ConEst

Accubid

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Estimator to lead the development of comprehensive estimates and proposals for mission-critical electrical construction and data center projects in Portland, OR. You will build accurate budgets, assess risk, and shape pursuit strategies for projects ranging from 5MW to 200MW and contracts over $20 million.

The role requires deep experience in electrical estimation, strong collaboration with operations and commissioning teams, and the ability to drive accurate