Senior Electrical Estimator – Data Center Construction

About the Role

• Lead electrical estimating from RFP to construction completion for hyperscale data centre projects. • Develop and present detailed cost plans at conceptual, programming, and design stages. • Conduct feasibility studies and support procurement strategy and reporting. • Manage procurement activities including pre‑qualification, bid analysis, reporting and contract documentation. • Review and validate subcontractor bids and scopes for completeness and accuracy. • Perform cost checks, valuations and change control processes on large‑scale projects. • Produce monthly post‑contract cost reports and present findings to clients. • Contribute to value engineering and negotiate final accounts. • Collaborate with project managers and design teams to align scope, budget and schedule. • Analyse historical cost data and market trends for benchmarking and forecasting. • Participate in risk assessments and mitigation planning for electrical systems. • Maintain strong client relationships and act as trusted advisor throughout project phases. • Mentor junior team members and drive internal process improvements. • Support development of estimating tools, templates and best practices for data centre projects. • Monitor market conditions and supply chain trends affecting electrical systems and materials. • Ensure compliance with local codes, standards and permitting requirements. • Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸electrical estimating
• ▸cost planning
• ▸procurement management
• ▸bid review
• ▸cost reporting
• ▸value engineering

What You Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field. • Minimum 7 years’ experience in electrical estimating and cost consulting. • Proven ability to prepare large, complex electrical cost estimates. • Experience in data centre construction estimating (preferred). • Hands‑on construction experience with electrical systems. • Experience working with electrical subcontractors, understanding scopes, means and methods. • Strong technical expertise across pre‑contract, post‑contract and final account phases. • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills in client‑facing environments. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam and related software. • Familiarity with estimating platforms such as CostX, WinEst or similar tools. • Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environment. • Deep knowledge of construction procurement methods and contract structures. • Experience advising clients on value management, value engineering and life‑cycle costing. • Understanding of electrical systems in mission‑critical environments, including redundancy and power distribution. • Business development experience and ability to identify growth opportunities.

Requirements

• ▸engineering degree
• ▸7+ years
• ▸electrical estimating
• ▸autocad
• ▸navisworks
• ▸costx

Benefits

The full‑time position offers a salary range of $135,000 to $165,000 per year, reflecting base salary only and subject to adjustment based on experience and qualifications. We foster a healthy, productive and flexible work environment that respects work‑life balance, giving every employee a voice to affect change. Our people are encouraged to succeed both professionally and personally, with opportunities for growth and development.

Work Environment

Onsite