Senior Estimator Electrical Construction Data Center

IES Commercial Inc. - C&I Division; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match

Flexible medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Basic life/AD&D insurance

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – C&I Division in Lithia Springs, Georgia, is seeking a full-time Senior Electrical Construction Estimator for data center projects. The role involves preparing cost estimates, leading proposal reviews, and negotiating with vendors while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.

Applicants should have over 8 years of experience in estimating within the commercial electrical construction industry, including leadership skills, proficiency in Excel, and a strong understanding of project management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in estimating, cost control, or engineering in electrical construction.
• Experience in data center and Accubid.
• Strong leadership ability and mentorship skills.
• Understanding of building codes and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cost estimates for electrical construction projects.
• Leads proposal review process and develops new customer relationships.
• Negotiates with vendors for cost-effective bid items.
• Ensures all estimates meet company requirements before submission.

Skills

Estimating

Leadership

Cost control

Excel

Project management software

Blueprint interpretation

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is hiring a full‑time Senior Electrical Construction Estimator‑Data Center in Lithia Springs, Georgia.

Job Summary

• Prepares cost estimates for all aspects of electrical construction projects from $20M–$100M using construction plans and specifications in accordance with company estimating guidelines and industry standards.
• Writes proposals that accurately and completely capture the scope of work and the associated costs.
• Leads the proposal review process to ensure management has all appropriate documentation on estimates before release to the customer.
• Serves as front‑line point‑of‑contact on behalf of the company in estimating efforts and developing new customers.
• Leads estimators and preconstruction team members in developing estimates and proposals.
• Leads development and implementation of estimating standards and best practices.
• Completes estimates and proposals for projects ranging from plans and specifications, design‑build, design‑assist, through early‑stage budgets.
• Coordinates total estimating effort relevant to particular bids/projects as assigned.
• Negotiates with vendors to ensure quality and lowest cost on bid items.
• Supports other department personnel as needed, including preparing estimates in other disciplines and assisting project managers with start‑up and change‑order costs.
• Ensures all estimates are accurate, complete, and meet company requirements before submission.
• Works on‑site, in‑office, and travels to other projects as required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in estimating, cost control, or engineering in the commercial or industrial electrical construction industry.
• Experience in data center and Accubid.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Design‑build quality project experience preferred.
• Hyperscale data center experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and experienced with complex project management and construction estimating software.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data, read and comprehend blueprints.
• Understanding of cost and schedule impacts on projects.
• Working knowledge of commercial or industrial building codes and related systems/controls.
• Strong math, reading, organizational, and analytical/critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and mentor.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Successful background check and MVR check after offer.

Company Overview

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is listed on the NASDAQ as IESC.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical/dental/vision insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and highly competitive pay.

IES is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans.