Senior Electrical Estimator: Industrial EPC & Data Centers

Talent With Heart; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Per diem for project-related travel

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health savings account / Flexiblespn

Job summary

Talent With Heart in Houston, TX is seeking a Sr. Electrical Estimator to support large-scale industrial EPC and data center construction projects nationwide. This role focuses on developing accurate, competitive estimates for electrical and instrumentation scopes.

You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, evaluate bids, and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams. Data center experience not required, but strong electrical construction background is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating electrical work for industrial, commercial, EPC or mission-critical projects.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of electrical materials, installation methods, and labor requirements.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, and subcontractor bid evaluations.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Bluebeam, McCormick, or Accubid is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction preferred, not required.
• Data center construction experience is a plus, not required.
• Ability to travel nationwide as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical and instrumentation estimates for complex construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine scope and requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations for accuracy and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams throughout bidding.
• Analyze labor productivity, material pricing, and project-specific cost considerations.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkdowns.
• Develop proposal documentation and final bid packages.
• Maintain historical cost data and support improvements in estimating accuracy.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Industrial EPC

Data center estimating

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software (Bluebeam)

Estimating software (McCormick)

Estimating software (Accubid)

Interpret drawings & specs

Analytical & organizational skills

Travel nationwide

Education

Engineering/Construction-related degree preferred

Tools

Bluebeam

McCormick

Accubid

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Talent With Heart in Houston, TX is seeking a Sr. Electrical Estimator to support large-scale industrial EPC and data center construction projects nationwide. This role focuses on developing accurate, competitive estimates for electrical and instrumentation scopes.

You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, evaluate bids, and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams. Data center experience not required, but strong electrical construction background is essential.