Senior Utilities Estimator for EPC & Data Centers

Irby Construction Company; Winder (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with company‑s%

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts & Community Support

Job summary

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

The role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex drawings and bid documents. Office-based with site visits as needed, you will support preconstruction and post-award handoff to

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).
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs, RFQs, drawings, and specifications 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.
• Send out scope requests and contract information to potential subcontractors for pricing quotes.
• Validate subcontractor and vendor pricing for accuracy and scope alignment.
• Develop bid clarifications and proposal documents for submission to clients.
• Develop detailed electrical cost estimates for data centers and other large EPC projects.
• Participate in preconstruction planning and conceptual budgeting during early project development stages.
• Create work breakdown structures and cost code alignment for estimates.
• Incorporate risk analysis and contingency planning into estimates.
• Maintain historical cost data and update estimating databases for accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Electrical estimating experience

Ability to interpret drawings/specs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

5+ years utility/infrastructure estimating experience

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

MS Project

Accubid/Trimble/ConEst

Job description

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

The role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex drawings and bid documents. Office-based with site visits as needed, you will support preconstruction and post-award handoff to