Sr. Electrical Estimator – Industrial EPC & Data Center Construction

Key People; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and VIS

401(k) with matching

Health savings and flexible spending

Short-term and long-term benefits

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Key People seeks an experienced Sr. Electrical Estimator to support large-scale industrial EPC and data-center construction projects. The role focuses on detailed electrical and instrumentation estimates, bid packaging, and collaboration with engineering, procurement, and construction teams nationwide.

Prior data center experience is not required; strong construction background is essential. The position is fully onsite in Houston and offers competitive salary based on experience, per diem for

Qualifications

• Electrical estimating experience in industrial, EPC or mission-critical projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of materials, installation methods, and labor requirements.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, and subcontractor bids.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical and instrumentation estimates for complex projects.
• Review drawings/specs/bid documents to define 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 through bidding.
• Analyze labor productivity and project-specific cost considerations.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and walkdowns.
• Develop proposal documentation and final bid packages.
• Maintain historical cost data and support estimating accuracy improvements.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

McCormick estimating software

Accubid

Cost analysis

Bid evaluation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Bluebeam

McCormick

Accubid

Job description

Sr. Electrical Estimator – Industrial EPC & Data Center Construction

Location: Houston, TX

Fully onsite. 40-45 hours week M - F.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support a growing portfolio of large-scale construction projects, primarily within the rapidly expanding data center market. Additional projects span the chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, and other heavy industrial sectors.

This position offers the opportunity to work on complex electrical construction projects nationwide, collaborating with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to develop accurate and competitive estimates.

Prior data center experience is not required. We are interested in electrical estimators with strong technical construction backgrounds who can bring their expertise to this growing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical and instrumentation estimates for complex construction projects.

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project 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 the bidding process.

• 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.

Qualifications

• Electrical construction estimating experience within industrial, commercial, EPC, or mission-critical construction.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

• Knowledge of electrical materials, installation methods, and construction labor requirements.

• Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, and subcontractor bid evaluations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Bluebeam, McCormick, Accubid, or similar estimating software preferred.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, not required.

• Data center construction experience is a plus, not required.

• Ability to work independently and travel nationwide as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Competitive per diem for project-related travel.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) with immediate company matching and vesting.

• Health savings and flexible spending account options.

• Short-term and long-term benefits.

• Employee discount programs.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join an established engineering and construction organization expanding its presence in the data center market. Apply your electrical estimating expertise to major infrastructure projects, nationwide project opportunities, and the resources of a well-established organization.